In Montgomery County, Maryland, the arts and humanities are a vibrant and vital part of our community. That's why Montgomery County was named one of the most attractive places to live in the nation (CNN Money "Best Places for a Long Life," 2008). Since 1976, the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County (AHCMC) has been the County’s designated local arts agency. Through our programs and services, AHCMC provides the infrastructure and support necessary to maintain a robust creative community that includes over 450 cultural organizations and 1,500 artists and scholars.