The Escondido Public Art Commission and Escondido City Council – together with the Escondido Downtown Business Association and Visit Escondido – announce April as ‘Arts, Culture and Creativity Month’ (ACCM) in Escondido. Throughout the month of April, Escondido will host a variety of free events and resources in celebration of arts, culture, and creativity.
“I take great pride in Escondido’s rich arts, culture, and creativity, which enhance both our community and the experience of our visitors,” said Mayor Dane White. “My family and I deeply appreciate Escondido’s thriving arts community, and we look forward to celebrating with our community. This month will spotlight the talented artists, innovative businesses, and dedicated community members who make our City so vibrant.”
In 2019, the statewide nonprofit California for the Arts, successfully advocated for the state of California to recognize and celebrate the arts by declaring April as Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month. This month is dedicated to free events, resources, and advocacy opportunities across the state, aimed at engaging arts advocates and raising awareness about the impact of the arts within communities.
The Public Art Commission is excited to fund nine projects that celebrate Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month this spring. All events are free to the public. The following are the recipients and the funded projects:
ArtHatch will host a month-long April Arts Showcase, beginning April 12. ESCO Alley Art & Downtown Business Association will complete a Community Unity School Initiative project at John Paul the Great University. CoLabCrafts will host weekly Escondido Makes Art workshops tailored to various ages and skill levels. Escondido Arts Association will hold the Mayor’s Art Contest and Exhibition, from April 9 to May 2. A gallery reception will take place April 12 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Escondido Choral Arts Foundation and California Center for the Arts, Escondido will host a First Wednesday at The Center Concert. The musical festival showcase will be on April 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Glass House Arts and California Center for the Arts will display a temporary sculpture installation * (pronounced star). The installation will be on display all month on the lawn of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Escondido Arts Partnership will host two events: Local Color and Ripple Effects, and An opening day event in Heritage Garden on April 1 from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Stone & Glass and California Center for the Arts will present a live glass blowing demonstration April 18 and 19. Daydream Here Gift Shop will host an Escondido Art Tank a Shark Tank style pitch event on April 28.In addition to the events listed (above), Escondido’s MAGEC (Museums and Art Growing Escondido Culture) group is planning a full month of activities, including:
Art scavenger hunts Guided sculpture and mural walks Educational opportunities Pop-up art galleries and shows Hands-on art activities 2nd Saturday Art WalkThe projects funded by the Public Art Commission are free. Some of the other activities may be ticketed or fee base, and may require reservations, while others are “drop-in.”
“I believe that artists are essential contributors to our community,” said Carol Rogers, chair of Escondido Public Art Commission and board member for the Escondido Downtown Business Association. “They significantly enhance community pride and play a crucial role in placemaking. Artists and creatives are vital for the well-being and economic prosperity of Escondido. Art has the power to heal, educate, and beautify, making our city a wonderful place to live and visit.”
A full calendar of events is available at VisitEscondido.com/calendar/, and community members or organizations interested in adding their own arts and culture events can submit them at VisitEscondido.com/submit-your-event/.
For questions on Arts, Culture & Creativity Month in Escondido, reach out to the Escondido Downtown Business Association at (760) 715-4958.
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