In recognition of the value that the creative sector brings to a city, and to maximize upon the momentum that is underway within Denver’s artistic community, the Denver Office of Cultural Affairs (DOCA) developed Create Denver. The mission of Create Denver is to support, promote and grow the creative sector - not-for-profit and for-profit creative enterprises - in the city of Denver.

 

Denver’s creative sector consists of more than 2,400 creative enterprises including more than 120 galleries, six distinct arts districts, more than 160 performance venues of all sizes and approximately 180 film-related businesses. Whether a not-for-profit theatre company, band, production company or independent artist, creative enterprises contribute greatly to Denver’s quality of life and economy by providing unique experiences to residents and tourists, improving communities, creating jobs and expanding the tax base.

 

The Create Denver plan includes policy recommendations, programmatic initiatives, technical assistance and advocacy as they relate to the growth and stability of the creative sector in Denver.

 

If you are interested in learning more about Create Denver, please contact Ginger White Brunetti, Sr. Economic Development Specialist at ginger.white@ci.denver.co.us