Since its formation in 1970, the Greater Denton Arts Council (GDAC) has adhered to its founding mission, which is to nurture and improve the artistic, cultural and educational quality of our community. The Council operates the Center for the Visual Arts (CVA), which houses two public art galleries, crafts rooms, a dance studio and a large multipurpose hall. GDAC has also completed a $2 million renovation of the Campus Theatre which is now home for Denton's performing arts organizations.

Through its fundraising arm, The Arts Guild (TAG), the Council has distributed one million dollars over the past decade to underwrite public arts programs and support area groups.

GDAC is funded primarily through private contributions, and membership. GDAC administrative offices are located at the Center for the Visual Arts 400 E. Hickory, on the corner of Hickory and Bell.

The Campus Theatre is located at 214 W. Hickory.