Preston Arts Center

05/21/2026

🎓 Congratulations to The Central Academy Class of 2026! 🎓

Today, we celebrate your perseverance, resilience, and achievement. Your hard work and determination have brought you to this important milestone, and we couldn’t be more proud of all you’ve accomplished.

We look forward to celebrating this special moment with you tonight at 6 p.m. at the Preston Arts Center on the campus of Henderson Community College.

Here’s to your bright futures—congratulations, graduates! 🎉

05/14/2026

Thanks for the shout out to the amazing Preston Arts Center team!

05/06/2026

You've only got SEVEN days to register for The Henderson Hospitality Summit!
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05/06/2026

05/05/2026

Looking forward to a great event Thursday night!

Join us this Thursday evening at the Preston Arts Center for an evening of beautiful singing, featuring our HCHS Choirs!!

Doors will open at 6 pm, and the concert will begin at 6:30 pm! Free admission!

04/14/2026

🎭 Now Hiring: Stagehands! 🎭

Love live events? Thrive behind the scenes? We’re looking for dependable, detail-oriented stagehands to help bring productions to life! ✨

What you’ll do:
🔧 Set up & tear down lighting, sound, props, and equipment
🎬 Assist with stage production & support technicians
🪚 Help build sets and manage backstage tasks
⚡ Keep performers & crew safe by following safety protocols

What we’re looking for:
✔️ Strong attention to detail
✔️ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
✔️ Comfortable lifting equipment & being on your feet
✔️ Willingness to work evenings, weekends & events
✔️ Experience in stage production, carpentry, audio, or electrics is a plus

If you’re ready to work hard, learn new skills, and be part of exciting live events, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply now or learn more: https://bit.ly/47VBnxq

03/25/2026

Henderson Community College (HCC) is pleased to announce Kaelin Hildreth as its new Events Coordinator.

In this role, Hildreth will plan, organize and execute a wide range of campus and community events, including performances and programs at the Preston Arts Center on HCC’s campus.

Hildreth brings more than five years of experience in event management and catering, with a strong background in coordinating logistics and delivering high-quality event experiences. He most recently served as Catering Lead for Davian’s Catering in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, where he managed event ex*****on, oversaw staff and ensured seamless service for a variety of clients and occasions.

As Events Coordinator, Hildreth will oversee all aspects of event planning and operations, including scheduling, vendor coordination, budgeting, timelines and on-site ex*****on. He will work closely with faculty, staff, students and external partners to design events that meet client goals while supporting the college’s mission and enhancing community engagement. He will also assist with contracts and compliance, as well as evaluate events to identify opportunities for improvement.

Hildreth, a native of Henderson, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Kentucky Wesleyan College.

“We are excited to welcome Kaelin to HCC and the Preston Arts Center,” said Jennifer Preston, Chief Advancement Officer. “His experience in event coordination and commitment to excellence will help us continue to provide outstanding experiences for our campus and community.”

01/16/2026

📣 Now Hiring: Events Coordinator 📣

Henderson Community College is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Events Coordinator to plan, organize, and execute a wide range of campus and community events—including, but not limited to, performances and programs at the Preston Arts Center.

This role is perfect for a strong project manager who thrives on collaboration and bringing events to life from concept to completion. The Events Coordinator oversees all aspects of event logistics, including scheduling, vendor coordination, budgeting, timelines, and on-site ex*****on, while working closely with faculty, staff, students, and external clients.

✨ What You’ll Do:
• Plan and design events that meet client goals
• Coordinate venues, vendors, and event logistics
• Assist with budgets, contracts, and compliance
• Manage event ex*****on and on-site operations
• Evaluate events and identify opportunities for improvement

🎓 Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in event planning, project management, marketing, or a related field
• Project management, budgeting, and customer service experience preferred

If you’re organized, creative, and passionate about delivering exceptional events, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today at https://bit.ly/4bDk1rB

11/21/2025

We are so excited for this free event. Please join us! 🎶

The Evansville Philharmonic’s Eykamp String Quartet will perform a free community concert tomorrow, Friday, November 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Preston Arts Center, located at 2660 S Green Street in Henderson, KY.

The program features Schulhoff’s vibrant Five Pieces for String Quartet, followed by Joseph Horovitz’s Quartet for Oboe and Strings with EP Principal Oboe Elizabeth Robertson. The evening wraps up with Dvořák’s beloved “American” Quartet, known for its warmth, rhythmic drive, and expressive melodies.

The Eykamp Quartet includes Jack Bogard, Violin I; Michael Chu, Violin II; Mark Hatlestad, Viola; and Graham Cullen, Cello. This event is free and open to the public.

This project was made possible by the Raymond B. Preston Family Foundation and the Henderson Community College Preston Arts Center.

09/17/2025

🎭 Now Hiring: Stagehands at the Preston Arts Center!

Do you enjoy working behind the scenes to bring performances to life? The Preston Arts Center on the campus of Henderson Community College is looking for stagehands to join our crew!

✅ Job Duties include:
• Assisting with lighting, sound, props, and equipment
• Building and breaking down sets
• Supporting technicians with operations backstage
• Following safety protocols and working in a fast-paced environment

💪 What We’re Looking For:
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience with carpentry, electrics, audio, or hand tools (preferred)
• Ability to lift heavy equipment, work at heights, and stay focused under pressure

This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants hands-on experience in live event production. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

📩 Apply today and be part of the team that makes the magic happen! https://bit.ly/46osyu6