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Open Culture is a new program allowing socially distanced performances at over 100 street locations throughout all five boroughs.
Applications open on March 1, 2021. Visit nyc.gov/openculture to learn more.
- Materials for the Arts has created digital resources for teachers and students, including creative reuse projects, lesson plans, and virtual field trips. Learn more.
For the most up-to-date information on the COVID-19 coronavirus in New York City, visit www.nyc.gov/coronavirus.
DCLA partnered with Americans for the Arts and SMU DataArts to examine the financial impact of COVID-19 on NYC's non-profit cultural sector. Read the report.
In partnership with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and NYC & Company, we invite you to discover some of the extraordinary cultural experiences being programmed online.
New York City Department of Cultural Affairs
The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) is the largest municipal funder of culture in the country and is committed to providing access to art and culture for all New Yorkers.
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Percent for Art
View commissioned permanent public works of art managed by the Department of Cultural Affairs.
View commissioned permanent public works of art managed by the Department of Cultural Affairs.
View commissioned permanent public works of art managed by the Department of Cultural Affairs.
Materials for the Arts
NYC's reuse program, which provides donated supplies to nonprofit arts groups and public schools.
NYC's reuse program, which provides donated supplies to nonprofit arts groups and public schools.
NYC's reuse program, which provides donated supplies to nonprofit arts groups and public schools.
Design Commission Archive
Explore drawings, photos, & other records that document the history of New York City's public works.
Explore drawings, photos, & other records that document the history of New York City's public works.
Explore drawings, photos, & other records that document the history of New York City's public works.
Register to Vote for Primary Election 6/22
5/28 is the last day to register in person & postmark registrations for Primary Election on 6/22.
5/28 is the last day to register in person & postmark registrations for Primary Election on 6/22.
5/28 is the last day to register in person & postmark registrations for Primary Election on 6/22.
Explore Arts and Culture
From museums and galleries to performances and more, NYC offers a wealth of entertainment options.
From museums and galleries to performances and more, NYC offers a wealth of entertainment options.
From museums and galleries to performances and more, NYC offers a wealth of entertainment options.
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