Our Mission
Serving Internationally
Elation Center for the Arts serves the people of the southwest region of the USA and beyond by cultivating an appreciation for the arts. ECA offers life enrichment programs focused on preserving our cultural heritage. These programs include community concerts; music assemblies and performance residencies for schools; performance opportunities for accomplished and aspiring artists; and classes in the arts for students of all ages and backgrounds. Concert proceeds help support these programs. Elation Center for the Arts is a qualified tax exempt nonprofit organization designated as a 501 (c) (3) organization by the Internal Revenue service. Contact us at 970-731-3117
Program Directors
Paul and Carla Roberts
Elation’s program directors, Carla and Paul Roberts, use international folk dance and music as a basis for new explorations in the performing arts. The Roberts have devoted themselves to the cultural enrichment of children for over 20 years.
Their school assemblies and performing arts residencies are popular throughout the Southwestern US.
Volunteer Opportunities
Help Us Serve
ECA welcomes volunteer involvement. Our volunteers help set up and clean up before, during, and after events, give us invaluable advice and assistance, and give of their time and expertise in many ways. We couldn't do it without you!
If you live in Pagosa and would like to be on our team, please give ECA a call at 731-3117