About Us
Mission Statement
The Hamilton-Wenham Friends of the Arts (FOTA) is a non-profit organization that supports and advocates for educational fine arts opportunities for all students in the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District. FOTA assists students and arts faculty across the creative disciplines of vocal and instrumental music, theater, and the visual arts through financial support and volunteerism. The proven value of a strong arts education is our guiding principle.
Officers
President – Tracey Westgate
Vice President – Marie Hersey
Secretary/Clerk – Elizabeth Bellucci
Treasurer – Deborah Lannon
Board of Directors
Marie Hersey
Melissa Keys
Deborah Lannon
Lexie Riordan
Tracey Westgate
Liaisons & Interns
Elementary School Liaison – Rachel Barstow
Middle and High school Liaison - Melissa Keys
Student Intern Coordinator - OPEN
Student Intern – OPEN
Committee Chairs
Website & Newsletter – OPEN
Melody Miles – Lexie Riordan
Take a Seat – Jesse Appel
Social Media – Melissa Keys
High School and Montserrat Scholarship Committee Chair – Marta Minnetyan
2023/2024 Meetings
Hamilton-Wenham Friends of the Arts (FOTA) meets regularly at the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library. New members, visitors and volunteers are encouraged to join us at any time.
Community Meetings - Open to All. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, Local History Room, 2nd floor. All meetings are 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
9/21 - FOTA Community Meeting
11/16 - FOTA Community Meeting
12/14 - FOTA Community Meeting - ZOOM
2/8 - FOTA Community Meeting
3/7 - FOTA Community Meeting
5/9 - FOTA Community Meeting
6/6 - End of Year Celebration - More info to come
Directors Meetings - These meetings are mainly for FOTA Board of Directors. 6:30-8:00 p.m.
10/19 - FOTA Directors Meeting
1/18 - FOTA Directors Meeting
4/4 - FOTA Directors Meeting
6/6 - End of Year Celebration - More info to come