LA Commons, a project of Community Partners, works in neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles, facilitating artistic processes, open to all, that result in highly visible public art projects that tell dynamic neighborhood stories. LA Commons builds community by validating the importance of local narratives, enhancing the sense of belonging felt by a broad range of stakeholders and encouraging stronger ties between the people and places of Los Angeles.
La Commons:
Partners with a diverse mix of local organizations including businesses, non-profits and schools
Hires local artists to facilitate the projects
Hosts art workshops that involve community members in all aspects of the artistic process
Closes each program cycle with a community celebration and public programs that enable people from across Los Angeles to experience the stories of the neighborhood