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COMMITTING TO DENVER CREATES
Arts and culture bring Denver to life – celebrating who we are, reflecting what we dream and connecting us in good times and bad.
DENVER CREATES is a roadmap designed to shape the future of arts and culture in our city. From artists and arts sector employees to community leaders and passionate arts supporters – each of us has something to give – and something to gain – from supporting arts and culture in Denver.
This is our collective invitation to co-create a city where imagination thrives, expression is everywhere and creativity belongs to us all.
TOGETHER, LET'S
Celebrate successes within
the sector – from small wins to
huge accomplishments!
Amplify the work of grantee and cultural partners, including art organizations, creative businesses and individual artists.
Invest in relationships
with arts organizations
and artists.
Cultivate funding that
supports local talent and
incentivizes collaboration and
relationship building.
DENVER ARTS & VENUES' COMMITMENT
Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) is the City and County of Denver agency that will steward DENVER CREATES and serve as a convener of the cultural sector. Through DENVER CREATES, DAV aims to inspire collaboration within the arts community to collectively address sector challenges and bring the vision of this roadmap to life. DAV will support initiatives, facilitate partnerships and track sector progress, ensuring strategies remain aligned with Denver’s evolving cultural needs – ultimately helping Denver’s cultural community thrive – for good.
ABOUT DENVER ARTS & VENUES
DAV is the agency responsible for operating some of the region’s most renowned facilities, including Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Denver Performing Arts Complex, Colorado Convention Center, Denver Coliseum, the Theatre at Loretto Heights and McNichols Civic Center Building. As the city’s local arts agency, DAV also oversees the Denver Public Art Program; manages grant programs that support artists, cultural organizations and creative initiatives; and coordinates entertainment and cultural events like the Mayor’s Awards for Excellence in Arts and Culture.
Funds generated by DAV are invested back into the community through grants for artists and organizations, free and low-cost cultural events, art in public spaces, venue operation and maintenance, and arts education. In other words, every good time at one of our venues enriches Denver through arts and culture and helps Denver’s cultural community thrive — for good!
JOIN US!
Whether you’ve been doing this work for years or you’re ready to make a commitment to the arts and culture sector, ask yourself:
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How can I broaden access to arts and culture?
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How might I cultivate and elevate our creative community?
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What am I doing to help sustain the creative sector financially or otherwise?
Whatever role you choose to play – center stage or behind the scenes – your voice and your passion matter.
TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE A LASTING IMPACT.
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