The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen is a vibrant nonprofit arts organization dedicated to building community through the transformative power of the arts.
Located in Glen Allen in Henrico County, Virginia, The Center serves the greater Richmond region by presenting outstanding programming in the visual, literary, and performing arts while providing a welcoming space where individuals of all ages and backgrounds can connect through creativity. (Arts Glen Allen)
Opened to the public in 1999 through a unique public-private partnership with Henrico County, The Center operates within a beautifully restored historic school building that has been transformed into a 50,000+ square-foot multi-disciplinary arts facility.
Today, The Center welcomes up to 100,000 visitors annually through performances, art exhibitions, classes, outreach programs, and community events.
Through its programs, The Center strives to inspire creativity, strengthen community connections, and provide accessible arts experiences for everyone.
Building community through the transformative power of the arts.
The Center believes deeply that artistic expression enriches lives, strengthens social connections, and contributes to community well-being and economic vitality.
The Cultural Arts Center campus includes multiple performance, gallery, and community spaces designed to support artistic expression, learning, and community engagement.
Sara Belle November Theatre
Visual Arts Galleries
Studios
Event and Community Spaces
Outdoor and Historic Spaces
These spaces enable The Center to host over 1,200 events annually, including performances, exhibits, classes, rentals, and community gatherings.
The Cultural Arts Center offers a dynamic range of programming designed to entertain, educate, and enrich the community.
The Center offers over 125 art classes annually, covering disciplines such as:
Programs serve youth, teens, adults, and seniors at accessible price points.
The Center presents rotating visual arts exhibitions throughout its galleries, featuring regional, national, and international artists.
The Center is deeply committed to expanding access to the arts through impactful outreach initiatives.
Just-Us Arts
A multidisciplinary arts program serving youth involved in the juvenile justice system, providing creative outlets that promote self-confidence, emotional development, and positive life choices.
Opening Minds through Art (OMA)
An award-winning program for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, fostering creativity, social engagement, and improved quality of life for participants and caregivers.
Community Partnerships
The Center partners with schools, libraries, senior communities, and organizations such as the Henrico Police Athletic League to bring arts programming directly to underserved populations.
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an annual operating budget of $1.7 million governed by a Board of Directors composed of business and community leaders from across the Richmond region.
The President/CEO reports directly to the Board and oversees staff of 14 full-time and 13 part-time employees inclusive of the following leadership team:
The Board of Directors seeks a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen.
This leader will guide The Center into its next chapter by strengthening its artistic programming, expanding community engagement, growing philanthropic support, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the organization.
The President/CEO will serve as the chief strategist, ambassador, and operational leader of The Center.
The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a passion for arts, community engagement, and nonprofit leadership.
The Cultural Arts Center offers a rare opportunity to lead one of the Richmond region’s most dynamic cultural institutions.
With a beautiful historic campus, strong community support, innovative outreach programs, and a passionate team, The Center is poised for continued growth and expanded impact.
The next President/CEO will help shape the future of the arts in the region while strengthening The Center’s role as a community hub for creativity, learning, and connection.
Located just outside Richmond, Glen Allen offers a vibrant quality of life with access to arts, culture, outdoor recreation, and a thriving regional economy.
The Richmond region provides:
Salary for the position is negotiable, based on qualifications and experience, including performance-based bonuses. The successful candidate will have access to a comprehensive benefits package to include:
The application deadline is Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5pm, EDT. Electronic submissions only. Interested candidates should submit the following to executivesearch@artsglenallen.com:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Background checks will be performed. The Cultural Arts Center of Glen Allen is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
