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OFFICE Of Cultural Affairs


Mission
To promote rich and diverse cultural experiences in the City of Atlanta while preserving and protecting the city's cultural heritage.

Vision
To enhance the quality of life through cultural experiences that will expand Atlanta's international reputation

Office Overview
The City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA), a division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, was established in 1974 to encourage and support Atlanta's cultural resources.  In order to improve the social fabric and quality of life for Atlanta's citizens and visitors, the Office is committed to nurturing excellence and diversity in the city's artistic offerings. Acknowledging that the arts play an essential role in defining the cultural life of the city and contribute substantially to the city's economy, our organization strives to enhance Atlanta's reputation as a cultural destination. The Office seeks to support programs that educate and expose the public to a rich and diverse range of cultural expression and aspires to make arts available to everyone.


Camille Russell Love
Director

 

The Office accomplishes this mission through a variety of initiatives:

Preserving and Promoting the Arts: Through music festivals,public art, cultural series and youth programs.

ARTSCool

Atlanta Jazz Festival

PRE'SCool

Public Art

Creating access to cultural opportunities: Through galleries,museums and art centers.

Atlanta Civic Center

Atlanta Cyclorama

Chastain Art Center

City Gallery East

City Gallery @ Chastain

Supporting the professional arts community: Through the provision of funding and other
resources for artists and non-profit organizations.

Contracts for Arts Services

ATLANTA READS

Office of Cultural Affairs Web-Site

Montreux Jazz Festival