Current Happenings and Highlights
Featured Programs
Opportunities & Resources
Get Involved
Become Involved with the Office of the Arts
- Enjoy one of our events or programs.
- Submit an interest form to be a participating artist or vendor at a City event.
- Experience an art exhibition at the Target Gallery.
- Apply for one of our open calls for artists.
- Check out one of our professional development opportunities.
- Discover public art near you.
- Volunteer to serve on a public art task force that brings art to neighborhoods throughout the city.
- Apply for a special event permit to host your own event at a city park.
- Request the Mobile Art Lab.
- Host your private event at the Torpedo Factory Art Center.
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Arts Policy & Advocacy
Alexandria Commission for the Arts
The Arts Commission provides leadership in developing a vibrant and sustainable arts community that engages audiences. It also encourages support and appreciation for the arts as a cornerstone of Alexandria's identity and cultural, social, and economic vitality.
The Commission meets on the third Tuesday of the each month at 7 p.m., at the Lee Center (1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria, VA 22314) unless otherwise posted on the City Calendar. All meetings are open to the public.
10 Year Arts & Culture Plan
Alexandria's Arts & Culture Master Plan sets goals and strategies that outline the role of the Office of the Arts in supporting, producing, defining, and sustaining arts and culture initiatives throughout Alexandria.
Arts & Economic Prosperity 6
Americans for the Arts' regional report on how the arts and culture enhance the quality of life for Alexandria's residents and visitors as a vital element in building and sustaining unique and diverse communities.
About Us
History
The Office of the Arts was formed in 1984 and is a division of the City’s Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities. The Office of the Arts is Alexandria’s local arts agency, and leading provider in offering opportunities to engage Alexandria residents and visitors through quality arts programs and experiences. Guided by the City Council approved Arts and Culture Master Plan, the Office of the Arts enriches the City of Alexandria through placemaking, public space activation, cultural activities, and programming.
Staff Bios
Meet the Office of the Arts staff.