Summary of Services
- Promotes arts, culture, and heritage
- Enhances community life by positioning St. Johns County as a top arts destination
- Showcases a range of offerings, including gallery exhibits, theater performances, workshops, public art, and heritage celebrations
- Oversees the Cultural Center at St. Augustine Beach
- Provides grants for artists and tourism initiatives
- Supports local arts institutions, cultural organizations, and community events
Celebrating Creativity, Expression, and Heritage
The St. Johns Cultural Council enriches the lives of residents and visitors by promoting St. Johns County as a premier destination for the arts. The Council celebrates creativity, expression, and heritage through initiatives and ongoing community support.
A key component of the Council's outreach is a weekly newsletter, distributed electronically to more than 6,000 subscribers throughout St. Johns County. These newsletters expand on upcoming arts, culture, and heritage events, keeping the community informed. Their Council also oversees the Cultural Center at St. Augustine Beach.
Featuring Artists and Programs
The St. Johns Cultural Council's programs include Art in Public Spaces, Recognizing Outstanding Women in the Arts (ROWITA), Pathways: A Career in the Arts, Poetry Contests, and Cultural Tourism. Art in Public Spaces features selected artists whose work is displayed in the Rotunda Gallery for public viewing. ROWITA honors women in St. Johns County who have demonstrated creativity, leadership, and contributions to the arts.
Pathways: A Career in the Arts connects creative professionals with the community through educational programming in literature, film, and the visual arts. The annual Haiku Poetry Contest invites residents of St. Johns County to submit original, unpublished poems inspired by themed guidelines.
Tourism expands on the county's rich artistic, historical, and cultural experiences, aiming to engage locals and visitors. In addition to its programs, the Cultural Council supports arts institutions, cultural organizations, and events. The Council's website also offers grants for artists and tourism-related initiatives.