About the Arts Council:

The Arts Council for Long Beach was established in 1976 by the City of Long Beach to respond to the needs of the growing local arts community and to develop cultural resources. As the city's arts agency, we function as a private 501 © (3) organization. The Arts Council receives annual city contracts, as well as support from individuals, corporations and foundations. These funds, as well as those incurred through our marketing services benefit our art community

Our purpose is to organize, encourage and enhance the cultural environment in the City of Long Beach. By supporting the artists in our community, together, we create cultural opportunities and experiences for the people who live, work and play here.

The Arts Council for Long Beach acts as a coordinating and educational organization to foster, promote, encourage and increase the knowledge, appreciation and practice of the arts in the City of Long Beach.

Our organization structure highlights five programs to support our mission.

Neighborhood and Educational Programs, Professional Development, Grants, Marketing Services for Artists and Cultural Organizations, Public Art.