Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA)

The Office of Cultural Affairs is the local arts agency for the City of San Antonio funded by the hotel/motel tax and supported in part by the Texas Commission on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

OCA's mission is to provide leadership and support for arts organizations and individual artists, improving the quality of life for San Antonio Citizens and visitors alike.

Our vision is to be the recognized public agency leading the San Antonio creative environment.

The Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) supports arts and culture in the community through programs tailored to help arts and cultural organizations, individual artists, community groups and the tourism industry.

OCA has three main divisions: The Funding Division, The Cultural Collaborative Division and the Contract Administration Division.

Helping to make San Antonio an exciting place to live and visit, OCA promotes participation in arts and cultural activities by developing and marketing a wide range of activities and events. Through these and other research and planning programs, OCA advocates for the growth and recognition of San Antonio’s creative industry.

OCA’s policies and procedures are advised by the Cultural Arts Board (CAB), whose members are appointed by City Council and the Mayor.

Cultural Arts Board members are appointed by City Council to represent each district. One additional member is appointed by the Mayor. The Cultural Arts Board determines funding policy and reviews grants recommendations before they are sent to City Council for approval. The Cultural Arts Board has four standing committees and meets the first Monday of every month in open session.

Cultural Arts Board 2010 Regular Meeting Schedule