Who We Are And What We Do

The Missoula Cultural Council (MCC) was formed in February, 1991 as the result of a two year public planning process. A written report, The Fabric of Missoula, provided the basis for the formation of MCC as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. It is a local arts agency -- the first in Montana -- as defined by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Soon after its formation, MCC was designated as an official cultural agency for Missoula County and the City of Missoula. These designations underscore the organizational philosophy of service to the community as a whole as expressed in MCC's mission statement:

To serve as a resource for the coordination, development and support of arts and culture for the benefit of the Missoula community.

MCC’s Board of Directors reflects a cross-section of the entire community’s interest and involvement in the arts and culture. It strives for collaborative efforts between cultural organizations, public agencies, and the private business sector.

Mission Statement — Missoula Cultural Council

The Missoula Cultural Council serves as a resource for the coordination, development and support of art and culture for the benefit of the Missoula community, with the goals of:

• Advocating for public and private support of the arts and cultural activities
• Encouraging collaborative efforts among local art organizations
• Educating community leaders and policy makers about the economic benefits of the arts
• Celebrating the value of diverse cultures and helping our community understand its place in the world