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Arts Commission
We support artists and arts nonprofits in San Francisco.


We're Hiring! Gallery Program Associate (1840)
The San Francisco Arts Commission is seeking a Gallery Program Associate to support the day-to-day operations, exhibitions, public programs, administration, and visitor experience of the San Francisco Arts Commission Galleries. This is a 0.5 FTE position, working approximately 1,040 hours annually. The position is primarily responsible for staffing the Gallery during public hours and supporting exhibitions, programs, events, and related Gallery operations. Application Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT (Image: “Me Llaman Calle: The Monumental Art of Juana Alicia,” SFAC Main Gallery, Photo by Aaron Wojack)Learn more and apply!Arts Commission Public Meetings
The San Francisco Arts Commission is committed to open government. Any member of the public is welcome to attend our meetings and provide public comment.
Community Investments
Learn more about how the Arts Commission supports local artists and arts organizations through our grantmaking program and find out how to apply for future grant opportunities, Art Vendor program, and more.
Public Art & Civic Art Collection
Find out about the Civic Art Collection, public art projects, murals, and Art on Market Street Poster Series program.
SFAC Main Gallery and Art at City Hall
Experience free exhibitions at the SFAC Main Gallery located in the War Memorial Veterans Building, and exhibitions at City Hall in the North Light Court and Ground Floor
News
See all newsPress release
Final 2026 Art on Market Street Poster Series Honors Black San Francisco and Western Addition History

Press release
San Francisco Arts Commission and Grants for the Arts Announce Combined Award of 465 Grants Totaling $25.3 Million To Support Local Artists, Nonprofits, Cultural Organizations

Film Productions in San Francisco Generate $32.3M, Driving an 84% Jump in Direct Local Economic Impact

SFAC Programs and Opportunities
Affordable Artist Housing
Affordable Artist Housing
Learn about affordable artist housing in San Francisco. To apply for Artist Housing Certification, go to the Artist Housing Certification page.
Artist Housing Certification
Review steps needed to get an Artist Housing Certification number from the San Francisco Arts Commission.
Artists Hub on Market
Artists Hub on Market Residences is being developed by Mercy Housing at 1687 Market Street and will open 94 new affordable artist homes in early 2028.
Shaping Legacy
Shaping Legacy

Resources and Information
About
Established by charter in 1932, the San Francisco Arts Commission is the city agency that champions the arts.
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Commissioners
Chuck Collins(he/him)Commission PresidentAt Large
Janine Shiota(she/her)Commission Vice PresidentPerforming Arts & Literary Arts
JD Beltran(she/her)CommissionerVisual Arts
J. Riccardo Benavides(he/him)Commissioner
Seth Brenzel(he/him)Commissioner
Patrick Carney(he/him)CommissionerArchitecture
Suzanne Ferras(she/her)CommissionerVisual Arts
Randi Fisher(she/her)Arts CommissionerAt Large
Nabiel Musleh(he/him)CommissionerVisual Arts
Al Perez(he/him)Arts Commissioner
McKenna Quint(she/her)Arts Commissioner
Jessica Rothschild(she/her)CommissionerArchitecture
Marcus Anthony Shelby(he/him)CommissionerPerforming Arts (Music)
Debra Walker(She/Her)CommissionerVisual Arts
Lydia So(she/her)CommissionerEx Officio, Planning CommissionExecutive Director of Arts and Culture
Contact information
Address
San Francisco War Memorial Veterans Building401 Van Ness Avenue
Suite 325
San Francisco, CA 94102
Suite 325
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone
Main Line415-252-2266
General Inquiries
art-info@sfgov.org
