Cultural Quarterly is published four times a year and features in-depth articles on artists, organizations, news, cultural happenings plus a calendar of events . Cultural Directory is a reference guide to all the cultural organizations, venues, historical sites and festivals including state, regional and national cultural organizations and a performing arts facility listing. The Arts in Education Directory is a vital resource for teachers. It includes more than 240 artists available for school-based arts programs and a helpful tool for special events and program coordinators. The Public Art and Design Program provides challenges for visual artists to enhance the urban environment.
Artists respond through works that reflect the styles and flavor of the region.
In the past 20 years, more than 220 artworks have been commissioned and Broward-based artists have created 70 percent. Through Broward County ordinance, two percent of the total construction budget is allocated for art. The Duane Hanson Allied Artist Award offers Broward artists an apprenticeship experience in order to make a transition to the field of public art. The program s primary purpose is to integrate the arts into the basic curriculum by providing alternative ways of learning, thinking and expression. Artists Residencies Broward Cultural Affairs and the School Board of Broward County provide in-depth artistic experiences to schools through a program entitled Innovation Zones .