Council votes to hire flyer distributor for Open Studios 2026
Amesbury Cultural Council voted unanimously to hire Evelyn Kovach for $125 to distribute Open Studios promotional flyers. Co-Chairs Sally Nutt and Ann Johnson led preparations for the October 29 mixer at the Cultural Center, with approximately 70 artists registered for the late-October event. The
Cultural Council · Meeting of September 8, 2026
Amesbury Cultural Council voted unanimously to hire Evelyn Kovach for $125 to distribute Open Studios promotional flyers. Co-Chairs Sally Nutt and Ann Johnson led preparations for the October 29 mixer at the Cultural Center, with approximately 70 artists registered for the late-October event. The council advanced pursuit of state cultural district designation, which could involve a paid district manager and approximately $15,000 in annual state funding.
Treasurer Joanne Barnes reported the gifts account held $18,241 and the grants account held $3,725. The council voted not to pay Poet Laureate program headliners.
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Source: the Cultural Council meeting of September 8, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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