Gladys Wyant Performing Arts Pavilion

[2] Executive Director of The Arts Council, Gladys Wyant, and Gainesville Mayor, Danny Dunagan spoke to the crowd about the importance of The Arts Council and this new venue, stressing the importance of the organization's ability to serve Gainesville and the broader North Georgia community for both a cultural and economic impact.

[3] The official ribbon cutting and dedication took place on April 16, 2021 and the venue was officially named after the Executive Director, Gladys Wyant,[4] who had held that role for more than 37 years and was instrumental in the acquisition of the original property from CSX Transportation in 1992. the complete renovation and expansion that followed shortly after, as well as the addition of the new pavilion.

",[12] urging the 2 Georgia Senators, Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue to support the bills that would set up relief funds for small arts venues during the shutdowns.

Since her retirement in 2021, Wyant has continued to serve as a GCA Board Member and was named Chairperson[16][17][18][19][20] by Governor Brian Kemp in October 2023.

[22] The venue is the host to Gainesville's annual Oktoberfest celebration; a community event feature all day entertainment, beer, food and activities for all ages.