Texas Commission on the Arts research shows a strong correlation between fine arts education and achieving success in school and work. Recognizing that the arts inspire passion, improve quality of life and have a positive economic impact on the community, a few local residents began discussing an arts council and its benefits for Freestone County.

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The late Lane Stripling, local civic leader and architect, helped create and shape what Trinity Star Arts is today. As a founding director, Lane’s legacy is huge and far-reaching and remains our inspiration.

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Formed in late 2009, Trinity Star Arts Council (TSAC) is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organization dedicated to benefiting educational and cultural arts in the area.

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Our Mission

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TSAC is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote literary, performing, and visual arts through education and participation within the Freestone County community.

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Our Vision

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People seek to engage with Trinity Star Arts Council where creativity connects and inspires.

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The Trinity Star

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Located in the Trinity River basin, Freestone County was the most populated and prosperous of a six-county area bordering the Trinity River during the 1850s and 1860s. The region was often referred to as the Heart of the Trinity Star, and Freestone County became a cultural center.

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Today, TSAC continues that tradition by bringing the community together through the arts.

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Our Impact

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Since its beginning, TSAC has presented numerous musical events, art exhibitions, children’s literary programs, college scholarships, culinary classes and community theatre productions to Freestone County residents and guests.

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The generosity of TSAC pARTners and sponsors makes this programming possible.