Bringing ARTS to the PEOPLE and PEOPLE to the ARTS.

Mission

• We involve and educate our supporters to perpetuate the indigenous culture and diverse art forms of Hawai‘i.
• We cultivate the spiritual and economic benefits of arts and culture for our community and businesses.
• We believe in life enrichment and transformation through the arts.
• We explore and create unique opportunities for the artists and community to share meaningful interactions.
  

core Values

To provide a year-round program of art and cultural events for the benefit of residents and visitors on Kaua‘i.

Vision

our story

The Garden Island Arts Council (GIAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural life of Kaua‘i through the arts. Established in 1977 to encourage greater public participation in and appreciation of the visual, performing, and cultural arts, GIAC promotes understanding, enjoyment, and awareness of the value of creativity in daily life.

Guided by an all-volunteer board of directors, the Council produces a year-round program of arts and cultural activities for both residents and visitors. Through partnerships with community organizations and educational institutions, GIAC also works toward establishing a permanent home for arts, education, and technology—a space where collaboration can flourish and contribute to the island’s cultural vitality and economic strength.

board of directors

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survey

Your voice Matters

What does Kaua‘i’s creative community need most? Take our quick survey to share your thoughts and help shape the island’s arts and culture future.