Protecting a Legacy ~ Promoting the Arts. Housed in the 172-year-old historic Oxford Female Institute, the OCAC creates, develops, and hosts arts programming for all ages. Our Mission is to: - ENRICH lives and build community by providing, celebrating, and promoting a diverse array of cultural and arts programming, performances, and exhibits; - carefully PRESERVE the historic Oxford College building and campus as a welcoming environment offering classroom, studio, rehearsal, concert, theatre, and meeting spaces; and - ENSURE the Center’s ability to serve future generations as a catalyst, connector, and magnet for emerging and established artists, performers, students, visitors, and arts organizations.