During this FREE culminating event of our year-long designation as a World Design Capital legacy project, we will unite civic leaders, arts leaders, arts supporters, and artists of all disciplines to Rally 4 Culture in support of San Diego’s creative community and economy.
We will share important information and updates about AB 812— California’s affordable artist housing bill, including remarks from local leaders in support of it. With the City’s recently unveiled draft of its first-ever Cultural Plan, whose number one goal is to increase affordable art spaces, there is no time like the present for San Diego’s arts and culture community to join together and advocate for the implementation of AB 812.
Guest speakers include:
Jonathon Glus, Executive Director, Commission for Arts and Culture
Felicia Shaw, Executive Director, San Diego ART Matters
Dave Rivas, actor and CARPA theater producer
*Schedule of Activities:
3-7 PM: There will be ongoing opportunities to join a drum circle led by Felix Diaz and Drummers Without Borders, or to create some DIY art with Andrew Alcasid. Bring a hat, T-shirt, tote, or similar item to upcycle! Additionally, attendees can “Find Your District” and email your reps in support of AB 812, and engage in conversations with a variety of local civic and arts leaders. The first 100 guests who email their reps will receive a small gift!
4-5 PM - Enjoy a live theatrical performance by Herbert Siguezna, co-founder of the political comedy troupe Culture Clash. Then learn about AB 812 from guest speakers.
6-7 PM - Enjoy live improvisational guitar music by Alaric López and experimental tuba music by Jonathan Piper.
As always, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase at our concession stand. Barra Cruda Cevicheria and Kubo Coffee will also be selling onsite during our event.
*Please check back here for the most current schedule of activities as the event date nears.
ABOUT EVENTS AT SPACE 4 ART
Free Admission: Space 4 Art is proud to offer FREE entry to our events. If you would like to partner with us to make the arts “free 4 all,” please consider making a donation today.
Location: Our address is 340 16th Street. The entrance to Space 4 Art is located on 16th St, near J St, directly across from Goodwill. A staff member will be posted at the gate to let pedestrians in. Rideshare or public transportation is encouraged—our closest bus stop is located at Market & 16th (Routes 3,5).
Parking: We cannot offer parking onsite; however, there are street parking and several paid parking options nearby: https://www.eastvillagesandiego.com/parking-transit. After parking, you can call FRED (the free downtown shuttle) to order a free ride to Space 4 Art: https://www.ridecircuit.com/fred. Download the app and create an account before requesting your first ride!
Accessibility: Our warehouse studios are wheelchair accessible via our 16th Street entrance. Our live/work area can only be accessed via a flight of stairs. Please call the office if you need assistance. We will have a sensory-friendly room at our event, a quiet space for those who may require a less stimulating environment.