Is transforming the quality of life in the Southern Tier of NYS with art classes, grants, events, & artist support, making this beautiful place even better. The Tri County Arts Council advocates for the creation and appreciation of the arts in Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties and Southern Tier Region. OUR MISSION The Tri-County Arts Council advocates for the creation and appreciation of arts in Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties and Southern Tier Region. OUR STORY More than 40 years ago, a group of like-minded creatives regularly gathered in the cramped apartment of a budding young local artist, working together to promote each other’s work and bring artistic vibrancy to our community. Looking back, the Tri-County Arts Council has moved from a 400 square-foot apartment to a 3,300 square-foot storefront as a proud participant in the revitalization efforts of downtown Olean. We have exciting plans for the future and are committed to propelling this legacy forward. In 2023, we expanded again and now have over 6000 square foot of storefront in Olean.