CALL FOR ARTISTS 📣Our Civic Art Division invites artists and artist teams residing or working within the greater Los Angeles area to submit qualifications to create an artwork for the façade of a new parking structure in Marina del Rey. More info here: bit.ly/46OyjQQ

Our Civic Art Division is working on new programs & projects to improve the representation of LA County’s Civic Art Collection, foster relationships with the community, and support artists. Check out our new report that will help us get there. bit.ly/48Z3j26

LA County is recognizing LGBTQ+ History Month by inviting you to celebrate the collective queer journey @ the One Institute Circa Queer Histories Festival taking place, now thru the end of the October. 🔗 circafestival.org
#LGBTQHistory #LGBTQHistory Month #LACountyArts

Why is young adult engagement important for arts & culture nonprofits? Our Dept asked this same question. In a new report, published with Claremont Graduate University, we examined the role that Young Adult Advisory Councils (YAACs) can play. View here: bit.ly/3RsY190

The PAR project is now offering grants to Performing Arts Organizations supporting the creation of emergency plans and grants for disaster network development. #grants #PerformingArts Full details and guidelines: performingartsreadiness.org/grants/

Calling all artists! @lgbairport & ArtsLB have an exciting opportunity for you to leave your mark on the city's cultural scene. They're commissioning a 3-story art vinyl mural at Parking Structure A in honor of their 100th anniversary. Learn more: hubs.li/Q01_fPSv0 #ArtsLB

The Los Angeles County Racial Equity Strategic Plan from #LACountyARDI focuses on the “long view” of change. Read the County's roadmap to influence changes in life outcomes over the next several years. It will take partners to team up with us to make it happen: ceo.lacounty.gov/racial-equity-…

Everyone deserves to thrive! The LA County Racial Equity Strategic Plan from #LACountyARDI sets a shared vision for equity in the County. Partner with us to help bring this plan to life: ceo.lacounty.gov/racial-equity-…

Nestled in the luxurious land of Beverly Hills lies Virginia Robinson Gardens, a true treasure of the region. Did you know that #LACountyParks offers classes, tours and other programs here Sign up for classes today at reservations.lacounty.gov!

“The arts also allow a student to step outside their comfort zone and experiment with new risks. This allows them to fully discover who they are.' Grantee Imagination Stage provides performing #artseducation programs for aspiring youth artists. #BacktoSchool bit.ly/3shiDXf

Sheriff Luna and officials will discuss storm preparedness and safety precautions regarding Hurricane Hilary. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Tropical Storm watches issued by NWS Los Angeles are now in effect for Los Angeles County.

Prepare NOW for:
- High Winds
- Excessive Rainfall
- High Surf
- Flash Floods
- Mudslides & Debris Flow
- Power Outages

This workshop introduces participants to museum and archive-standard methods for preserving cherished family photographs, heirlooms, and art for generations to come. To sign up: email [email protected] with participants names and workshop date. Space is limited.

#MeetAnArtistMonday : Christy Roberts Berkowitz (she/her/they/them/multitudes) is a cross-disciplinary artist whose practice centers around empathy & risk-taking in the service of community well-being. She’s also Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture’ newest Creative Strategist! laweekly.com/meet-radical-c…

🔎 Last month LA Dept of Cultural Affairs & @lacountyarts leaders visited Paris to get a sneak peek at their cultural programme for the 2024 Olympic Games.

Find out more about this #WCCF_LeadershipExchange , supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies in our latest blog:

worldcitiescultureforum.com/news/the-golde…

This virtual session is August 10, 2023 from 9:30am to 12pm in partnership with Los Angeles Suicide Prevention Network @lac_spn and @lacdmh. Find your role in suicide prevention and how you can integrate this knowledge into your practice. Please RSVP: bit.ly/44YGaux

Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture Our thanks to Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture & to the supervisors in the districts we serve – @hildasolis @hollyjmitchell @lindseyphovarth @supjanicehahn, @KathrynBarger – for their support of our mission!
#LAArts #LAlove #RiseTogether #TogetherforFamilies

STOP SCROLLING! 🛑✋This Friday, we have a SPECIAL #PARKSAFTERDARK event coming to Salazar Park. We will be hosting a viewing party for the WOMEN'S WORLD CUP ⚽🏆 along with special soccer themed activities and custom jerseys provided by @lacountyarts. Seriously, don't miss out!

Yesterday LACountyBOS & Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture announced $31M+ in grants for 750+ arts & culture orgs. This is part of Los Angeles County’s push to support communities impacted by the pandemic, our creative economy & access to arts for all. Learn more: lacountyarts.org/article/la-cou…

Today, we announced over $31 million in grants for over 750 arts, cultural, and equity-building organizations across Los Angeles County through the one-time #CreativeRecoveryLA , and our ongoing Organizational Grant Program and Community Impact Arts Grant. 🔗 bit.ly/3O8YT09