Our History
For many years, civic and cultural groups as well as involved citizens of Addison have recognized the need for a home for cultural, arts and civic activities in Addison. In 1986, residents and civic groups joined together to form the Addison Cultural Arts Development Commission to fully explore the need and feasibility of building a cultural arts center in Addison.
Since 1987, the Addison Cultural Arts Development Commission has received numerous grants from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.
In September 1994, the Addison Center for the Arts was incorporated as a not-for-profit organization to advance the arts as an integral part of life in Addison and the surrounding communities.
Addison Center for the Arts is dedicated to providing quality arts, cultural and educational programs in the community, while working toward the ultimate goal of constructing a permanent home for the programs ACA provides.
