City of Sacramento recognizes Arts, Culture and Creativity Month
(FOX40.COM) — The City of Sacramento is launching a new interactive tool and a series of events in recognition of Arts, Culture and Creativity Month, according to city officials.
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The Arts, Culture and Creativity Month is a statewide effort, organized by California for the Arts, to showcase how the arts contribute to community connection, well-being and civic life.
Officials said the theme of 'Health, Healing, Hope' highlights how the 'arts support collective recovery and reinforce the message that 'Art Work is Real Work.''
The new online tool, Public Art GIS Map, launched by the Office of Arts and Culture, allows the community to explore Sacramento's public art collection as it continues to grow.
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'We're excited to offer this new way for people to discover the breadth and vibrancy of Sacramento's public art,' said Art in Public Places Manager Donald Gensler. 'This tool makes it easier to experience the city's cultural assets.'
The interactive map shares information about artwork throughout the city and aims to make it easier to access the public art inventory, according to officials.
Additionally, the third annual California Arts and Culture Summit will bring together artists, advocates, cultural leaders, and policymakers from across the state to Sacramento on April 22. Officials said Arts Advocacy Day takes place the following day at Capitol Park.
The interactive map can be found on the GIS public art map website.
More information about the summit can be found on the events website.
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