Arts and Culture
Our office enhances the quality of life, the economy, and the design of the City through the arts.
The role of the arts in all aspects of life in Boston is reinforced via equitable access to arts and culture in every community, its public institutions, and public places.
Key areas of work include support to the cultural sector through grants and programs, as well as the production and permitting of art in public places.
Below you can find some current opportunities through our office. You can also view open Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Arts and Culture bids. Additional opportunities can be found on our Submittable page.
Contact
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1 City Hall Square
Room 802Boston, MA 02201-2029 -
Office hoursMonday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Current Opportunities
Current Opportunities
Cultural Space Fund
The Cultural Space Fund provides funding to seed, stabilize and expand cultural spaces in the City.

Strand Theatre Grants
We're awarding grants to organizations or individuals for support with costs to produce events at the Strand Theatre.

Finding Space as an Artist in Boston
We want to help artists of all disciplines find spaces in Boston to live, work, exhibit, rehearse, and perform.
What are you looking for?
Latest news
NewsMar 14

Eighty-eight Music Rehearsal Studios Opened in Dorchester
The City of Boston and the #ARTSTAYSHERE Coalition announced that after a build-out by The Record Co., the interim music rehearsal space at 55 Morrissey Blvd. in Dorchester has opened.
Upcoming Events
EventsArts Community Events and Programs
Many of the artists and arts organizations that we've supported through our grants have exciting events and programs planned for this year. Take a look at some of the things they're planning below, and submit your own!
Sign Up for Updates
If you're looking for ways to stay updated on the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture, we encourage you to sign up for our email newsletters and text messages.
Equity in Arts and Culture
We're committed to promoting equity and accessibility through the arts in Boston.
Our Grant Opportunities
Key Programs
Meet the Staff
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