For Submersion by artist Sarah Rosalena, commissioned by Clockshop © 2023, Gina Clyne
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
© 2023, California State Parks
Los Angeles Historic State Parks
© 2023, California State Parks
Los Angeles Historic State Parks
© 2023, California State Parks
State Indian Museum State Historic Park
© 2016, California State Parks
As the official is the official public-private nonprofit partner to California State Parks, Parks California is proud to administer and manage the Local Parks Grant Program, a component of the multi-year Arts in California Parks initiative.
This program is designed to foster vibrant community engagement, support local artists, and celebrate cultural diversity through the creation of art and culture programming in local parks. Together, we aim to enhance the natural beauty of local parks with culturally enriching art programs that invite exploration, understanding, and a deepened connection to our shared landscapes.
Watts Towers of Simon Rodia State Historic Park © 2012, California State Parks
A map of the 31 grant recipients and their projects can be found here.
Growing Together Day at Candlestick Point SRA © 2023, Veronica Miranda
Get updates and information about Arts in California Parks. 2025/2026 Grant Applications go live in Spring 2025.
Arts in California Parks represents an exciting collaboration between California State Parks, the California Arts Council, and Parks California.
Parks California connects people to nature, helps parks become more climate resilient, and increases access for everyone. Your donation to Parks California supports programs for 280 parks, across 1.6 million acres, including one quarter of California’s coastline.
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