Open houses are being held this weekend to update the public and get feedback on the city's latest Art Strategy.
A trio of open houses began yesterday (Thursday) and will continue today (Friday) and Saturday at the Richmond Cultural Centre.
The city is updating its 2004 Arts Strategy to reflect "today's opportunities and challenges."
The purpose of the strategy, according to the city, is to help facilitate the growth of the arts in Richmond by creating an environment and culture in the city that ensures the arts play a strong role in place-making, community building, tourism and economic development.
The Arts Strategy process was led by a steering committee made up of an equal mix of city staff and representatives of the arts community.
Their work spanned a number of extended planning sessions, supported by input from three public meetings.
Now that a draft strategy is complete, the public is invited to learn the highlights and provide their comments.
The open houses will take place at the cultural centre at 7700 Minoru Gate on Friday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, July 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information regarding the Arts Strategy open houses, contact [email protected].
