Allied Arts Council appoints new executive director

By Ashley Luthans

The Allied Arts Council has a new leader, and she’s no stranger to the St. Joseph art scene.

Jessica Agnew, newly appointed executive director, has been involved in the arts in St. Joseph for many years, from serving as the administrative assistant for Missouri Western’s Theatre, Cinema and Dance Department to working both on and off stage with the Robidoux Resident Theatre.

Agnew also worked with the Downtown Partnership in 2019 to have Arts in the Park in Coleman Hawkins Park.

Agnew replaced Teresa Fankhauser, who previously held the position for 19 years.

The Allied Arts Council was established in 1963 to promote the arts in St. Joseph.