Cultural Commission

The Barrington Cultural Commission’s purpose is to help create, coordinate and cross-promote cultural activities occurring in the Village.  In addition to partnerships with the Barrington 220 School District, the Library, and the Park District, the Cultural Commission regularly collaborates with local non-profits, including the Barrington Area Artists Association, Barrington Writers Workshop, Bataille Academie of the Danse, and Quintessential Barrington magazine.

The Barrington Cultural Commission’s goal is to promote Barrington as a cultural hub. We’re bringing the arts alive in the Village of Barrington in an effort to grow creatively, bring attention to our artists and highlight our community. The Cultural Series regularly presents national and world-renowned artists, exhibitions, authors, and scholars offering life-changing and unforgettable experiences, all in the elegant confines of Barrington’s White House.

The Cultural Commission hosts numerous events throughout the year including:

• The Barrington Town-Warming
• Poetry Reading & Storytelling Events
• Author Events in partnership with the Barrington Writers Workshop
• Barrington Art Festival
• Paint the Town Barrington! Plein Air Event
• 3rd Thursdays Art Night Out in partnership with Barrington Area Artists Association

• Dee Dee Gallagher Johnson, Co-Chairperson
• Dave Nelson, Co-Chairperson
• Mary Klest
• Peer Lykke
• Tiffany Marshall
• Erin Mast
• John McLaughlin
• Jennifer McHugh
• Joyce Palmquist
• Jack Schaefer
• Lisa Stamos
• Janette Tepas
• Stephanie Walker
• Hayley Schommer, Ex Officio
• Brigid Tileston, Ex Officio
• Todd Sholeen, Ex Officio

Humanities

• Jack Schaefer (Chair)
• Mary Klest (Project Manager)
• Ellen Douville
• Stephanie Walker
• John McLaughlin
• Pam Weinert
• Karla Serrato

Awards

• Dave Nelson (Chair)
• Erin Mast
• Clancy Potts