AC4TA STAFF
These are the people who make it all run smoothly.
Michael Burgraff
Executive Director
This is the man who shakes hands and kisses babies. Michael is the lifeblood of the Center for the Arts.
Our Mission
The mission of A Center for the Arts in Fergus Falls is to connect artists, patrons and community by providing the best possible arts experiences that inspire creativity, curiosity, imagination, and learning.
Becky Sonmor
Marketing & Office Manager
Becky makes sure that you know everything going on at the Center and that it runs smoothly.
Vision
We strive to be a regional pillar for the arts with an ever-expanding audience, offering a broad range of arts experiences and opportunities for engagement and growth.
Core Values
Artistry – We cherish, respect, and celebrate the Arts.
Diversity – Our organization values sharing a variety of arts from multople backgrounds and traditions.
Inclusion – We welcome and invite participation and engagement in our organization.
Education – We believe in lifelong learning experiences for patrons and artists of all ages and abilities.
Longevity – Our organization is committed to maintaining a presence in our regional community through management and fiscal responsibility, made possible in part by generous community support.
Board of Directors
Kurt Nygaard, President
Kaele Peterson, Secretary
Jeff Stanislowski, Treasurer
Jean Bowman
Julie Gutzmer
Desta Hunt
Jolene Osander
Rob Rogholt
Mike VanVoorhis