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About Us
Your City.
Our Commitment.
Pecan Street Association is a 501(c)(4) dedicated to preserving, supporting, and advancing Austin’s creative spirit. We believe the arts aren’t a side note to a great city—they’re the heartbeat of it.
Leadership Team
For decades, Pecan Street Association has been a steward of Austin’s cultural fabric, channeling resources back into the creative community through grants, programs, and public initiatives.
Shannon Sedwick
Esther's Follies | The Tavern
Shannon is a longtime Austin arts advocate with experience supporting creative communities through thoughtful leadership + local impact.
Michael Shelton
Esther's Follies | The Tavern
Michael Shelton brings a passion for Austin’s cultural heritage and a commitment to strengthening the city through arts-driven initiatives.
Cynthia Perez
La Peña art gallery,
A longtime Austin arts and heritage advocate dedicated to preserving local culture and supporting creative communities
John T. Wright
Executive Producer
Co-founding principal at Parish & Wright, PLLC, specializing in nonprofit governance, government relations, and entertainment law
Brian Joseph
Bydee Art Gallery
A self-taught artist, author, and speaker whose colorful, community-focused work and public murals reflect the joyful spirit of the festival
Pecan Street
Luis Zapata is the Executive Director of the Pecan Street Festival.
Luis Zapata
Luis Zapata is dedicated to expanding access to creative opportunities and ensuring Austin’s diverse artistic voices continue to thrive.
Our Values
Creative Stewardship
We believe creativity is a public good. We responsibly invest in artists, musicians, and cultural organizers who shape Austin’s identity and ensure its creative legacy continues to thrive.
Community First
Our work is rooted in Austin. We prioritize local voices, local impact, and initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, bring people together, and reflect the city’s diverse creative ecosystem.
Integrity and Accountability
We operate with transparency, care, and trust—ensuring grant decisions, partnerships, and programs are guided by fairness, responsibility, and a deep respect for the community we serve.
The Pecan Street Association is a registered 501(c)(4). The organization operates as a nonprofit entity in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. All programs, grants, and activities are administered in compliance with applicable regulations and reporting requirements. Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.