Harris Arts Center
Our Story
The Harris Arts Center, home of the Calhoun Gordon Arts Council, is a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and community in Gordon County. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Council is guided by its mission to develop, promote, and enhance the arts for all while honoring the legacy of Gordon County native and internationally acclaimed classical singer Roland Hayes through cultural and educational initiatives.
Formed in 1992 from the joining of several local arts groups, the organization has grown to include theatrical and musical productions, visual arts, community education, youth camps, and diverse outreach programs. With overwhelming community support, the former Rooker Hotel was transformed into the 20,000-square-foot Harris Arts Center—now featuring galleries, studios, classrooms, a museum, and a 200-seat theater.
Today, the HAC continues to spark creativity, preserve local history, and strengthen downtown Calhoun as a thriving cultural destination.
Our Mission
The mission of the Calhoun Gordon Arts Council is to bring the arts to the entire community and to honor the legacy of Roland Hayes.
Membership @ the Harris Arts Center
Membership to the Harris Arts Center helps us support, promote, and celebrate the arts and talents of Calhoun, Gordon County, and the surrounding areas through concerts, theatrical performances, art exhibits, and educational programs. It also allows us to honor the legacy of Roland Hayes and showcase local creativity through events like Acoustic Café, the Georgia String Band Festival, and youth art and theater camps. As a member, you’ll enjoy the lowest ticket prices, class discounts, exclusive emails, and quarterly postcards.