North Carolina Arts Council
Commission Details
| Board Website | Board Website |
|---|---|
| Long Name | North Carolina Arts Council |
| Department | Natural and Cultural Resources |
| Governor Appointments | 25 |
| Total Board Positions | 25 |
| Cite Name | N.C. Gen. Stat. |
| Cite Number | § 143B-88 |
| Ethics | |
| Term Length | 3 Years |
| Purpose | The council advises the secretary of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources on the study, collection and maintenance of arts information and provides assistance to local organizations and communities. The council also advises on the exchange of information and promotion of programs between public and private organizations, identifies research needs in art areas and encourages such research. |
Current Members
| Member Name | Term Start Date | Term End Date | Term Type | Position | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann B. Whichard | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Marjorie Hodges | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Eileen Marie Friars | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Gina V. Esquivel | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Edward P. Norvell | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Louise Winstanly | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Beverly McIver | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Chanavia A. Charleston | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Chad Cheek | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| John W. Willingham | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Paul Keith Baker | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Lou Anne Crumpler | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Carroll V. Dashiell | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Elizabeth M. Rodenbough | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| John W. Russell | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Sejal R. Mehta | July 1, 2023 | June 30, 2026 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Margaret S. Newman | July 14, 2005 | Pleasure of The Governor | Member | Trustee Emeritus | |
| Kathryn M. Crowe | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Stephen B. Hill | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Chair | At-large |
| Asha Bala | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Susan W. Woodson | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Ronna T. Zimmer | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| William Henry Curry | July 1, 2024 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | At-large |
| Shuangshuang Xu | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2028 | Limited | Member | At-large |