The Paducah Creative & Cultural Council is committed to providing guidance, resources and advocacy for Paducah’s creative community
Paducah Arts is the voice of our one-of-a-kind city’s Creative & Cultural Council
Nationally acclaimed restaurants and award-winning chefs serve up world-class meals where the hub of the global quilting network and the award-winning Lower Town Artist Relocation Program make their home here in the heart of the Ohio River Valley. Our national-level music venue, award-winning local theatre, international film festival, and Unesco destination put Paducah’s creative industries on the map.
Council Members
Michael Cochran, Chair
Ashlea McMillan, Vice Chair
Jessi Fletcher
Kathy Musser
Kathy McHaney
Tonya Shelton
Hope Reasons
Emily Esau
Contributing Partners
Angela Schade, Planning Department Liason
The United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated Paducah, Kentucky a Creative City in November 2013 for the City’s important role in the connectivity of cultures through creativity. This global designation reflects the value of Paducah’s numerous cultural assets and the commitment to immersing visitors in these authentic characteristics.
Paducah Kentucky is one of nine Creative Cities in the U.S and 180 worldwide. Paducah’s creative economy supports 3,123 local jobs and has an annual economic impact of over $27.5 million.
