City of San Jose Arts Commission

The Arts Commission provides the City Council with advice and recommendations on city policies and programs that affect public access to a wide variety of arts and cultural opportunities in San Jose. Its 11 members are appointed by the council. 

The commission’s areas of interest include cultural planning, financial support for the arts and cultural celebrations, public art projects, arts education, and other issues that encourage the appreciation and creation of art. The commission also considers the role of artists and arts enterprises in sustaining the creative economy.

The Office of Cultural Affairs provides administrative support for the Arts Commission.