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The Office of Arts & Culture puts arts at the center of public life for all Portlanders by supporting a diverse array of creative expressions. Working with City bureaus, Council offices, and community partners, Arts & Culture champions Portland's vibrant arts and culture ecosystem.
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Portlanders give the City’s arts and culture offerings high marks in Insights Survey

The results of 2024's Insights Survey shows that most Portlanders have a positive perception of the City's arts and culture offerings.

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Office of Arts & Culture presents on grantmaking, arts education, and more for City’s Arts and Economy Committee

Arts & Culture Director Chariti Montez presented to the Portland City Council's Arts and Economy Committee on April 22, 2025.

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Arts at the center of public life in Portland

Friends of IFCC awards grants to 23 Portland-based artists, including $100K from Arts & Culture

As part of its Small Grants Program, the City of Portland's Office of Arts & Culture provided $100K to be administered by Friends of IFCC as part of the nonprofit's artist and residency program.

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23 artists selected for IFCC Artists Grant & Residency Program

We're hiring: Public Art Administrator

The Office of Arts & Culture seeks a visionary Public Art Administrator to guide the evolution and refinement of Portland’s public art programs.

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