Department Of Cultural Affairs

The mission of the Department of Cultural Affairs is to improve the quality of life in New Haven and to support the economic development of the City by assisting, promoting and encouraging artists, arts and cultural organizations and events in New Haven. It also serves as the steward for the municipal collection of public art.

Description:
The Department of Cultural Affairs:

Supports a wealth of neighborhood activities through the Mayor's Community Arts Grants Program

Enhances municipal buildings and schools with public works of art through its Percent for Art Program

Annually presents:
-July 4th Fireworks at Long Wharf Park
-Holiday Tree Lighting on the Green

Additionally, the Department of Cultural Affairs provides support to the film industry by assisting filmmakers in identifying possible locations within the city, negotiating and coordinating city services and other location needs and costs.

Contact people:

Kim Futrell, (phone), (email) Barbara Lamb, Executive Director, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (203) 946-7808

Address:

165 Church Street New Haven, CT 06511 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/EconomicDevelopment/CulturalAffairs.asp

Directions:

Nearest Bus Stop: New Haven Green, 1 minute walk

Last updated on October 27, 2009