The Adams County Arts Council has announced The People Project 2024: At Home in Adams County. It includes a storytelling and performance event on October 19 at the Majestic Theater, creation of public art displayed at the façade of ACAC’s Arts Education Center, and an exhibition of art created by local artists in ACAC’s Reception Hall for the month of November. The Project aims to share a variety of experiences from a diverse group of Adams County residents through stories, music, dance, and visual art on what “home” means to them. Participants and attendants of the 2022 People Project may remember the collaborative stained-glass piece created by more than 150 members of the community. For 2024, mural artist Sarah Jacobs will coordinate, conceptualize, and create five large panels that will adorn the façade of ACAC’s Arts Education Center following the performance event on October 19 and remain on display throughout 2025.
Performance Event Participation
The performance event will feature storytellers, dancers, artists, and musicians sharing their contributions on this year’s theme, “At Home in Adams County.” Eight storytellers, three dancers/dance groups, and two musicians are confirmed to participate. Those interested in sharing a story or performing at the event should reach out to Lisa Cadigan at lcadigan@adamsarts.org by July 19.
Exhibition and Public Art
Visual artists interested in displaying and/or selling their art in the November exhibition or groups who would like to be included in the five-panel community painting with Sarah Jacobs should contact Kylie Stone at events@adamsarts.org for more information.
Tickets and Accessibility
To make the performance and storytelling event accessible to all, tickets prices are “pay-what-you-can” with options starting at $5 at www.majesticgettysburg.org. If anyone who would like to attend is unable to purchase a ticket, please contact ACAC by phone at (717) 334-5006 or stop in at the Arts Education Center at 125 S. Washington Street, Gettysburg.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Adams County Arts Council is to cultivate an arts-rich community.
Photo caption: The People Project 2022: My Place at the Table featured local storytellers, musicians, and visual artists who shared their work on the theme “My Place at the Table.” The theme for 2024 is “At Home in Adams County.”