Arts Society King
Arts Society King (ASK) is a not-for-profit volunteer organization that was established in 2005. ASK's office and gallery space is located in the King Heritage and Cultural Centre in King City. ASK's vision and mission statements reflect the commitment of this dynamic organization.
Vision: Enriching King Township through arts and culture for all.
Mission: Arts Society King promotes, supports and advocates for arts and culture through effective partnerships and innovative events and programs.
ASK is sustained through dedicated volunteers whom have logged thousands of hours over the years, and strong community partnerships. Financial support from donors, members and sponsors allow ASK to stay open and accessible, and strengthens our ability to present new and dynamic programming to the entire King Township community.
Our donors are a diverse mix of private citizens and businesses and members are primarily artists. Citizens choose to support ASK initiatives and artists join to gain valuable exposure and opportunities. Donations and membership both support cultural activities in King Township.
One of Arts Society King's most effective partnerships is with King Township (KT) who has recognized the boundless value of arts and culture within our community. King Township has acknowledged ASK as an important contributor of cultural experiences that help maintain and fulfill King's socio-cultural identity.
Arts Society King events, programs and services include:
ASK collaborates with community partners to foster spirit and support of each others initiatives. Some include the King Heritage and Cultural Centre, KT Public Library, KT Historical Society, Kingcrafts Studio, York Region Arts Council, Humber River Shakespeare Company, The Nature Conservancy of Canada, local schools, McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Friends of SHIFT and Cold Creek Conservation.
Vision: Enriching King Township through arts and culture for all.
Mission: Arts Society King promotes, supports and advocates for arts and culture through effective partnerships and innovative events and programs.
ASK is sustained through dedicated volunteers whom have logged thousands of hours over the years, and strong community partnerships. Financial support from donors, members and sponsors allow ASK to stay open and accessible, and strengthens our ability to present new and dynamic programming to the entire King Township community.
Our donors are a diverse mix of private citizens and businesses and members are primarily artists. Citizens choose to support ASK initiatives and artists join to gain valuable exposure and opportunities. Donations and membership both support cultural activities in King Township.
One of Arts Society King's most effective partnerships is with King Township (KT) who has recognized the boundless value of arts and culture within our community. King Township has acknowledged ASK as an important contributor of cultural experiences that help maintain and fulfill King's socio-cultural identity.
Arts Society King events, programs and services include:
- LIVE Music in King Concert Series
- Studio Tour King
- The 'Experience' Series
- Schomberg Street Gallery
- Art shows and gallery exhibitions
- Theatre and dance performances
- Historic tours and presentations
- Educational workshops
- King Travel Diaries
- King MOSAiC magazine
- Artist opportunities
- Gallery exchanges
- Advocacy for arts and culture
- Host of the annual King Township community groups stakeholders meeting
ASK collaborates with community partners to foster spirit and support of each others initiatives. Some include the King Heritage and Cultural Centre, KT Public Library, KT Historical Society, Kingcrafts Studio, York Region Arts Council, Humber River Shakespeare Company, The Nature Conservancy of Canada, local schools, McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Friends of SHIFT and Cold Creek Conservation.
ASK celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2015 and the celebration is pictured above.
Photos courtesy of Joseph LeDuc Arts Society King
Volunteer Board of Directors 2017-2019 Blair Day, President Denny Starritt, Vice President Sue Iaboni, Past President Len Vernon, Treasurer Murdene Pozdrowski, Secretary Jonas Spence - Sales, Director Cathy Wellesley, Director Deb Reilly, Director Tom Wray, Director |
Honorary Members Nancy Bodi David and Ann Love Marianna Broome Zohreh Zandvakili Brian Chung John Liggett Garry Conway Rafaela Dunlap Charles Cooper Judy Craig Brett Davis Louise Dilorio Dean Tina DiSimone Carol Field Helen Lucas Anne-Maria Million Mayor Steve Pellegrini Ernestine Tahedl Ogilvie Linda Welch Susan Robertson |