The members of the Arts Council's Board of Trustees met on June 10, 2026. President and CEO, Shannon B. Henry, gave a report on how the Arts Council is doing and the vision for the future. "Our responsibility is to leave this organization stronger than we found it and position it for the next generation of impact." She spoke on how Arts Council has focused on strengthening the foundation. Over the past year we have raised organizational standards, created a culture of account

“Lyrics by the Lake” feels like your favorite family reunion, cookout, and homecoming tailgate all in one. Created in 2021, “Lyrics by the Lake” has continued to grow and has quickly become a summer staple in Winston-Salem and has now returned at Arts Council! Come join us at the next show! Food trucks and food vendors lined the sidewalks at Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts. Local businesses filled Hanesbrands Theatre. In partnership with The Arts Council of Winston-Salem &