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Arts & Culture

Enriching the quality of life in downtown Syracuse is a high concentration of arts and cultural facilities.  Relative to other cities of its size, Syracuse is among the smallest communities in the nation that support a full symphony orchestra and opera.  In addition, downtown is home to several museums, theaters, galleries, and visual and performing arts organizations.   

Recognizing the value of the arts in encouaging downtown tourism and fostering economic growth, Mayor Matthew Driscoll and the Syracuse Common Council recently designated downtown as a “Cultural District.“  A Cultural Commission appointed by the Mayor and the County Executive, will administer programs to cultivate collaboration among cultural groups, market the cultural attractions downtown as a single entity and raise funds to support the arts.