Arts & Culture
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Arts & Culture advances the arts by providing distinct opportunities for community participation and artistic growth.
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9/17/2007Last Updated:
8/4/2008Arts & Culture advances the arts by providing distinct opportunities for community participation and artistic growth. Advocacy is strengthened by working with the City of Yuma Arts & Culture Commission, Public Art Committee, and Performing Arts Committee. The division manages the operations of the Yuma Art Center, which is the catalyst for artistic growth in our community.
We seek to increase involvement in the arts through diverse cultural programming targeting a broad audience. Support is extended to arts groups and artists by creating a climate conducive for local artistic development through the priority offering of the facility for non-profit arts use at rates far below the national average. Additional support is offered through the Commission’s Arts Project Grants Program. Advocacy is strengthened by working with the City of Yuma Arts & Culture Commission, Public Art Committee, and Performing Arts Committee. These groups help to gather input on public desires and to be the public face for arts support. In working to continually expand our outreach, we are building community awareness through local media partnerships in both English and Spanish. Our vision is for all members of our community to live creative lives by being a part of the arts in Yuma.
Just So You Know
The Arts and Culture Division reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities, and program participants for potential future use. All photos will remain the property of the City of Yuma and may be used for publicity or promotion purposes.
Our Weekly Newsletter
The Arts and Culture Division publishes a weekly newsletter on events and programs being held at the Yuma Art Center and Historic Yuma Theatre. If you would like a copy of this week’s newsletter or to be added to our mailing list, contact the Parks & Recreation Department or please contact the Art Center.
Our Monthly Calendar
The Arts and Culture Division publishes a monthly calendar on events and programs being held at the Yuma Art Center and Historic Yuma Theatre. The calendar is also available in Spanish.
