Hannah Cook, Director
Hannah earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre followed by a Master's of Communication. She worked in Nashville prior to moving to Georgia in 2014. When a research grant through the CVB brought her to Bartow County, it launched her into the world of public art, and she hasn’t looked back.
Hannah has been married to David for 17 years and has two daughters.
About Us
Mission: The mission of Art in Bartow is to increase public awareness and enjoyment and to provide equitable accessible opportunities for residents and visitors to experience the arts.
Vision: By creating memorable experiences, we generate community pride and foster a sense of belonging, while building an identity as a vibrant arts destination. We strive to present the highest quality, impactful art by spotlighting local artists, art educators and future artists. We highlight our history and culture by creating a public art program that brings interest to the arts and to our community in new ways.
Core Strategy: Explore partnerships with artists, arts organizations, public K-12 schools, government, Georgia Museums Inc., Georgia Highlands, local businesses, and private developers; to connect arts, artists and opportunities.
Board:
Steven Schumacher: Museum City Tourism - Chair
Becky Champion: Etowah Valley Historical Society; Michelle Gill: Bartow County Government; Katie Gobbi: City of Euharlee; Abigail Hennington: Woodland High School; Shelly Humble: Tellus Science Museum; McKenna Kauffman: Cartersville - Bartow Chamber of Commerce; Melinda Lemmon: Bartow County Department of Economic Development; Autumn Lester: City of Adairsville; Lillie Read: Cartersville Downtown Development Authority; Katlyn Southern: Museum City Tourism; Erika Wyant: Emerson LakePoint