Arts AVL’s annual State of the Arts Brunch is rescheduled for May 12, 2025 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown.
At this sit down event, arts advocates will:
- Get an update of the local arts sector before and after Helene
- Hear from the City of Asheville, Buncombe County, and Explore Asheville/ BCTDA their arts recovery initiatives
- See the presentation of the 2024 John Cram Arts Leadership Award
Tickets are pay what you can with a $35 minimum and a suggested donation of $75.
Images from the 2023 Brunch
“The Crammy”
John Cram Arts Leadership Award
The late Connie Bostic, a true pioneer within the local arts community, will posthumously be presented with the John Cram Arts Leadership Award (the “Crammy”), honoring their contribution to the arts in Asheville. A few of Connie’s many notable contributions include founding Zone one– downtown Asheville’s first contemporary art gallery, launching both Craig’s and Asheville Music Hall, and serving as a driving force behind the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center. The award will honor her life and influence – an indelible part of Asheville’s art scene.
Sponsored by Blue Spiral 1, this award is named after local entrepreneur and philanthropist John Cram, who passed away in 2020. The Crammy seeks to honor individuals who have made a large contribution to the arts in Buncombe County.
Connie Bostic
Thanks to Our Sponsors!
Interested in becoming an event sponsor? Email Rebecca Lynch at rebecca@artsavl.org for more details.
Mountain BizWorks