The Livingston Arts Council was founded in 1995 to encourage the development and support of the arts in Livingston County, MI. This organization is on a mission to improve the quality of life in Livingston County through appreciation of the arts, and are the owners and operators of the historic Howell Opera House, built in 1881. Our ultimate goal is to create a new regional arts venue and preserve one of the important historic structures in the Howell community. The preservation must maintain the unique features of a theater untouched since the 19th century, while renewing the structure so that it meets contemporary building codes and is safe for occupancy as well as equipped to provide 21st century comfort and amenities for economical year around use.