A name change has been announced by the organization that for 54 years was known as the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley (ACBV).
The ACBV’s new CEO announced the organization that supports 60 agencies in seven counties is now the Arts Center of Brazos Valley.
In a news release, CEO Leslie Bowlin says “‘Center’ more clearly defines what we are today. It grows the vision of our founders, who created the Council as a support organization without a permanent location. Today, our location is the epicenter of artistic activity for the region, reaching throughout the Brazos Valley.”
News release from the Arts Center of the Brazos Valley:
After 54 years of serving the community as a leader in the arts and culture sector, The Arts Council of Brazos Valley is thrilled to announce a new milestone in the organization’s evolution. Effective immediately, The Arts Council is now doing business as The Arts Center of Brazos Valley. This name change comes with the goal of creating a more community-inclusive space for artists and art lovers alike, as well as reinforcing The Arts Center’s commitment to serving the Brazos Valley.
Arts Center CEO Leslie Bowlin believes this change will mark an exciting new chapter for The Arts Center and reflect the evolving standards of the organization.
“‘Center’ more clearly defines what we are today. It grows the vision of our founders, who created the Council as a support organization without a permanent location. Today, our location is the epicenter of artistic activity for the region, reaching throughout the Brazos Valley. We welcome visitors to The Arts Center for artistic, cultural and educational programs spanning all forms”, says Bowlin, who was named CEO in July 2024.
Key elements of the name change include the following:
– New logo design
– Renovated and expanded galleries
– Updated branding
– Changes to The Arts Center website, acbv.org, to roll out at a later date
These efforts reflect a strategic approach to stay at the forefront of the arts, culture, and heritage sector and meet the evolving needs of the community. The Arts Center is focused on providing innovative leadership in the arts by maintaining and strengthening an arts and culture–friendly community and making the quality of life in the Brazos Valley the best that the state has to offer.
The Arts Center of Brazos Valley is a non-profit organization chartered in 1970 by a group of visionary local arts patrons with the purpose of establishing a leadership role in organizing local arts advocacy efforts and fostering a true community for the arts. Over 50 years later, The Arts Center has grown to serve the 5,000 square mile Brazos Valley region and since 2008, has provided over $4,000,000 in direct funding support to arts organizations throughout the Brazos Valley.
For questions, comments, or concerns please contact the Arts Center at info@acbv.org.