Department of Cultural Affairs

DCLA and DOB Launch New City Canvas Program and Open Call for Artists

The new program creates opportunities for artists, building owners, and communities to create site-specific artworks on the 300+ miles of protective structures across the five boroughs.

Group photo of people at Clemente groundbreaking ceremony.

City Starts Construction on Major Upgrade to The Clement Soto Velez Cultural Center

The renovation project will make the building fully ADA compliant and modernize the lobby and corridors for The Clemente’s 70,000 annual visitors.

A group photo of people celebrating in front of The Africa Center.

DCLA Announces $7 Million in Funding for The Africa Center, New Capital Support for Groups Across Manhattan

Manhattan investments are part of over $222 Million in new capital funding from the Mayor, City Council, and Borough Presidents for over 75 cultural groups across the city.

Images of Percent for Art projects are mounted on fencing surrounding City Hall.

40 Years of Percent for Art

Explore the installation of 40+ images of public art at City Hall in celebration of the 40th anniversary of New York's landmark Percent for Art program.

A TV cameraperson interviews Percent for Art director Kendal Henry in a park

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New York City Department of Cultural Affairs

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