The Andover Cultural Council (ACC) is part of one of the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation. The Local Cultural Council (LCC) Program enriches the cultural life of all cities and towns in Massachusetts.
What We Do
Award Grants: LCCs receive funding annually from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC), which we then distribute to local artists, cultural organizations, schools, and other groups to support a wide range of cultural projects.
Set Local Priorities: Each LCC sets its own priorities for funding based on the needs and interests of its community. This ensures that the grants awarded reflect the unique cultural landscape of each city and town.
Promote Cultural Activities: LCCs help to raise awareness of local cultural events and opportunities through their websites, social media, and other outreach efforts
Who We Are
Membership: ACC is comprised of volunteers residents of Andover, MA, who are elected by the Town Manager and Select Board.
The term of an LCC member is three years. Members can serve a maximum of two consecutive terms or a total of six years (unless the appointing authority removes a member before the expiration of a term).
Current Members:
Yuantai Du
Peter Fenzel
Raveena Girdhari
Michael Hendrickson
Tanja King
Rachael Longo
Amie Joof Senghore
How to Become a Member:
Send us an email via: acc01810@gmail.com for more information or please complete the Talent Bank form located on the Town of Andover website
Contact Us:
acc01810@gmail.com
Andover Cultural Council,
Andover Town Offices,
36 Bartlet St,
Andover, MA 01810
We Want to Hear From You!
Community feedback is essential for determining our grant funding priorities. Click to complete our community input survey
In addition to our funding mission, we also partner with other groups and organizations in Andover to promote a robust cultural atmosphere by fostering the growing arts community. We serve as advocates for the arts through community outreach and publicity, and are proud members of the Andover Arts & Culture Alliance.
“Investing in the arts strengthens our community, and I’m grateful to the Andover Cultural Council for awarding grants to such a wide variety of programs,” said Rep. Tram Nguyen (D-Andover). “These initiatives ensure that creativity continues to thrive in Andover, and I look forward to seeing their impact this year.”
– State Representative Tram Nguyen
“The Andover Cultural Council embodies our community’s commitment to artistic excellence. Inspired by watching these programs flourish throughout the years, I recognize how critical cultural programming is to our town’s vibrancy. This year’s strategic grant funding will empower local artists, preserve our historical narratives, and drive innovative community engagement.”
– SENATOR Finegold
Andover Cultural Council 