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Park County—Elk River Arts & Lectures (ERAL), Livingston’s premiere literary arts organization, is delighted to announce that Yetta Stein has taken the role of Executive Director, a leadership transition marking an exciting new chapter for the organization.
Stein is a dynamic and visionary Park County resident whose deep roots across Montana and passion for the arts make her an ideal fit. She is a graduate of Missoula's Hellgate High School and holds an MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Her poems have appeared in POETRY, HAD, Mountain Outlaw, and Tahoma Literary Review, among other literary journals. Stein is already a part of the ERAL family, teaching poetry to fourth graders and leading writing workshops throughout Park County. To ERAL, she brings fresh energy, a collaborative spirit, and broad leadership experience in the arts, education, and business. Stein is leaving a Bozeman-based consulting firm where she was a partner and director, supporting growth and strategy.
“I couldn’t be more excited to join Elk River Arts and Lectures as executive director,” Stein said. “I plan to continue building on the foundation established by previous directors and further expand ERAL’s reach and impact across Park County. We need connection, art, and words to articulate and witness one another’s live experiences. Bread and roses!”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Yetta to the helm,” said Maryanne Vollers, Board Chair of Elk River Arts & Lectures. “Her commitment to community engagement and innovative programming aligns perfectly with our mission to cultivate and celebrate Park County’s literary heritage. She will lead us into the future with a sense of purpose and joy.”
Stein is replacing Laura Prindiville, who joined the organization last year in order to strengthen the organization’s administrative foundation, professionalize ERAL’s operations, and lay the groundwork for future growth. “I am so proud of what we have accomplished in such a short time,” said Prindiville, “but it’s time for this local effort to be in local hands. Yetta’s deep community commitment and her boundless energy are exactly what Elk River Arts & Lectures needs right now.”
Under Stein’s leadership, Elk River Arts & Lectures will continue to host its renowned author events, workshops, educational initiatives, and collaborations with other nonprofits. The organization remains committed to fostering diverse ideas, enriching lives through storytelling, and enhancing the cultural vitality of Park County through literary programming. For more information, please contact director@elkriverarts.org.