At the Emporia Arts Council, we are a community in which EVERYONE regardless of age, ethnicity, family, gender, social or economic status has access to the knowledge, inspiration, and culture that the arts bring.  We strive to be an educational hub for all arts and artists as well as a cultural presenter for the performing arts in Kansas.

Emporia First Friday was established in 2016 and is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in Emporia, Kansas. The mission of EFF is to promote cultural growth by connecting artists to the community. Providing a platform for artists to interact with customers, develop their professional skills, and monetize their creativity.