Missouri
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Board names new executive director
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) – The Arts Council (AC) of Southeast Missouri has a new executive director.
The AC Board of Directors has named Kate Cooper to lead the organization in their next chapter.
In a released statement on Wednesday, April 1, the AC said, “Kate’s roots here, combined with her artistic perspective and collaborative spirit, make her an inspiring addition to our organization and a natural fit to help guide our next phase of growth.”
They also said Cooper’s murals and sculptures can be seen throughout Cape Girardeau.
The public is welcome to meet Cooper at a special reception in conjunction with First Friday on May 1.
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