Cultural Arts Commission

Join the incredible work of the Sherwood Cultural Arts Commission and be a part of the development and expansion of the arts in Sherwood!

Meet the Current Members of the Cultural Arts Commission:

Casey Chen
Rachel Hay
Winnie Parmar - Chair
Katie Gurney-Kearsley
Gena Fuaga
Jennifer Casler
Arisa deOlde

About the Cultural Arts Commission:

The Cultural Arts Commission is appointed by the City Council and serves as an advisory board to the City Council, Sherwood Urban Renewal Agency Board of Directors and staff on the development and operation of cultural art venues and activities. The Commission also serves as a promoter and advocate of the arts in Sherwood and the Center itself, including but not limited to promotion of the Center as a venue for performances produced and presented by amateur and professional groups, development and production of art events by local groups, and the provision of a strong arts education component in cooperation with the Sherwood School District. Citizen members are appointed to a two year term. The Commission may have up to nine members and as few as five.

The Commission meets on the third Monday of every month at 6:30 pm. The meetings are held at the Center for the Arts, 22689 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, Oregon.

If you would like to contact the Commission, please email the following address: CulturalArtsCommission@sherwoodoregon.gov

INTERESTED IN JOINING?

The City of Sherwood is accepting applications for Cultural Arts Commission until all positions are filled. Applicants must be a Sherwood resident and have interest in public art and arts advocacy. The Cultural Arts Commission generally meets at 6:30PM the third Monday of the month at Sherwood Center for the Arts (22689 SW Pine St, Sherwood OR 97140). Vacancies are for full and partial terms.

Specific questions may be directed to the Center for the Arts Manager, Chanda Hall (hallC@Sherwoodoregon.gov or 503-625-4261).

Applications can be obtained on the City website at https://www.sherwoodoregon.gov/culturalartsboard or by contacting the City Recorder’s office at 503-625-4246, or CityRecorder@Sherwoodoregon.gov.

Submit applications to CityRecorder@Sherwoodoregon.gov or Sherwood City Hall, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood Oregon 97140, attention City Recorder.

Sherwood Public Art Plan

Our public art plan provides a vision for public art in Sherwood, mapping a way forward for neighborhoods, businesses, civic groups, and city staff to implement art in public spaces.

Public art at its best invites fresh discovery, promotes meaningful connections, and adds to the livability and vibrancy of our city.

Click on the links below to access the Sherwood Public Art Master Plan and the Sherwood Murals Plan.

The Murals Plan includes proposal forms and the specific process for implementing murals in Sherwood. Anyone can submit an idea for a mural design or location to the Commission—including individual artists or a group of artists, a building owner, a business owner, a non-profit organization, a citizen or citizen group, or a neighborhood association. Please look through the materials on this website and email Chanda Hall, Center for the Arts Manager, if you have any questions or ideas. You may also submit ideas to the Cultural Arts Commission by emailing CulturalArtsCommission@sherwoodoregon.gov

The Cultural Arts Commission is made up of Sherwood citizens and is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all, and encourages individuals and organizations from all backgrounds and experience levels to submit ideas. All artistic styles are welcome.

Current Request for Proposals for Public Art: please click here.

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