We develop community partnerships, explore best practices, manage the public art collection, and support Civic Arts Commission activity and initiatives, including:

• Managing programs for the cultural enrichment of the city.

• Supporting artists & organizations in the cultural arts community.

• Encouraging private initiative in arts & culture.

• Increasing public understanding, appreciation & enjoyment of cultural activities in all arts disciplines.

• Managing guidelines for the acquisition & care of all City-owned Public Art.

• Administering the Poet Laureate program.

• Promoting Arts Education efforts with Davis Joint Unified School District as well as other local implementing partners.

• Building community partnerships and providing leadership in the local arts community.

• Promoting collaboration and partnerships with UC Davis students and faculty.

• Partnering with Community Development efforts to integrate Art in long-term civic growth.

Additionally, Arts & Cultural Affairs manages and operates the Veterans Memorial Theatre, a 325 seat performance arts venue located near Davis Community Park. The VMT is a home for local arts, cultural, and community events. Please see the VMT page for information on the space and rentals. 

The Arts & Cultural Affairs Program works with other agencies and organizations to promote arts in the community.

Thank you to our partners for promoting the arts in Davis!