Chair/Director Statement
Our mission is to preserve, renovate, and maintain the Franke Center for the cultural, civic, and social enrichment of the greater Marshall community. The Center seeks to achieve its mission by developing alliances between itself and arts educators, artists, children, youth and the supporters of the arts.

Organization Description
The Franke Center for the Arts is located in the heart of Marshall's National Historic Landmark District. The Marshall community and its neighboring cities have entered an exciting new era with the opening of this unique fine arts center.

The Franke Center serves as a gathering place for artist and community, a place where creativity is celebrated and nurtured. This downtown center unites the many diverse aspects of these communities providing a home for the rich history of local art, a showcase for first-class entertainment and a superb facility for business development.

The Center provides business and social space for service club meetings, senior citizen groups, business/board meetings, receptions, private parties, youth-oriented programs, dramatic arts, and art exhibits.