The Royal Oak Arts Council, a nonprofit 501(c) 3 volunteer organization, began more than 50 years ago to promote and support the arts in our community. The group, and those it supports, include artists – both fine and performing, students, and art organizations in and around Royal Oak.
The major focus of the ROAC has been to support local art organizations and provide scholarships to Royal Oak students. One of those partnerships is with the City of Royal Oak’s Recreation Department to present the Annual Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair. Together we plan and present the Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair. A nationally recognized, juried event, the fair draws fine artists from across the country to our beautiful shaded, tree-lined Memorial Park for a weekend of free family fun and entertainment.
The Council also works with the Royal Oak Public Library to feature local artists throughout the year. Works of art are on display in the showcase just inside the south entrance of library.
We also provide grants to local art organizations to help promote the fine and performing arts in our community.
Donations and a share of the profits from the Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair help us continue these activities in and around the Royal Oak area.