Office of Economic and Cultural Development

The Cultural Affairs Division

  • Assists and coordinates with other City departments/divisions on programs and projects that require specialized cultural knowledge.

  • Implements the Art in Public Places Program, including commission of new artworks, development of new cultural facilities, completion of major restorations and ongoing maintenance.

  • Reviews and recommends revisions to Culver City Municipal Code Chapter 15.06 pertaining to the Art in Public Places Program.

  • Implements the Historic Preservation Program in conjunction with new development projects and conducts review of Historic Preservation Program, including designation plaques, and recommends updates as appropriate.

  • Implements and promotes the Performing Arts Grant Program with a focus on recruiting new and culturally diverse applicants and increasing the engagement with audiences.

  • Identifies and facilitates where feasible (e.g., through the Art in Public Places Program) new performance venues.

  • Leads the Artist Laureate Program including new public programming and activities.

  • Explores cultural connections regarding plans for the 2028 Olympics and commence planning efforts.

  • Partners with the Planning and Development Services Department on the Cultural Element and Preservation Element of the General Plan Update and will work to develop a new Community Cultural Plan for Cultural Affairs that aligns with the Cultural Element of the General Plan Update and include a Public Art Master Plan.

  • Incorporates goals identified in the Creative Economy engagement process and continues planning/coordinating future networking events.

  • Partners with Culver City Arts Foundation on programs and projects to promote awareness of the City’s cultural programming. 

 

Arts and Culture in Culver City

 

Department Head

Sally Unsworth