COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER
Building Santa Clarita’s Future in the Arts at the Former SCV Senior Center
22900 Market St.
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
Timeline: A Journey Toward the Arts Center
Why Does Santa Clarita Need an Arts Center?
Shared Space for the Arts
Rehearsal, storage for props and costumes, performance venues, and administrative resources.
Support for Lifelong Learning
A dedicated facility for art instruction, recitals, and creative programming
Community
Connection
A central hub for artists and residents to come together and celebrate creativity and culture
Arts Center Advocacy Toolkit
Join us in advocating for the Arts Center! Here are simple ways you can make a difference:
1. Give Your Input
The City of Santa Clarita is exploring the creation of a Museum and Cultural Center, and your voice is essential!
As supporters of arts and culture, we need to show the City that our community values dedicated spaces for history, creativity, and cultural experiences.
2. Contact the Arts Commission
Call the Arts Commission Secretary
Phone: (661) 250-3787
Speak directly with the Santa Clarita Arts Commission to advocate for this project.
Sample Script:
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Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m calling to express my support for transforming the former SCV Senior Center at 22900 Market St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321 into a Community Arts Center. This project will significantly benefit the arts community while enriching the cultural vibrancy of Santa Clarita.
I encourage the Arts Commission to continue prioritizing policies and initiatives that support the arts. Thank you for your time and dedication to the arts in Santa Clarita.
3. Spread the Word
Share this message with your network! Encourage friends, family, and local organizations to get involved.
Use social media to amplify your voice with hashtags like:
#SupportSCVArtsCenter | #SantaClaritaArts
4. Share Your Story
Tell us how the Arts Center would impact your life or community. Personal stories are powerful and can inspire others to take action.
5. Stay Involved
Attend Arts Commission and City Council meetings to voice your support during public comment periods.
The Arts Commission meets on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall (23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA).
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To speak on an agenda or study session item, fill out a speaker’s slip upon arrival. Each speaker has a three-minute time limit.
Together, We Can Build a Vibrant Future for the Arts
With your support, the Community Arts Center can become a reality. Let’s create a space that fosters creativity and enriches the lives of Santa Clarita residents for generations to come.