Our History

The San Fernando Valley Arts Council has been a 501 (C) (3), non-profit corporation since 1973 and has provided programs and services for youth, seniors and the disabled since 1969.

The SFV Arts Council has served as fiscal receiver for emerging arts organizations such as the the Friends of the Madrid Theater. Prior to the construction of the theater, SFVAC participated in the feasibility study which was an essential element of the Madrid project.

The SFV Arts Council has supported the Arts in Education Aids Council which recently received their 501 (C) (3) status. This Council was another emerging Arts related organization that the SFVAC assisted by serving as fiscal receiver.

The SFVAC became a part of the Arts Partners program in 1996, which administered the Encino Media Center and offered animation classes to high school students in partnership with the California Institute of the Arts. They operated a photography darkroom at the center as well. The California Community Foundation gave a grant to the Media Center to participate in a photography project for high school students.

In October of 1993 SFVAC held a fine art October Fest at Plaza de Oro in Encino.

February 1992, the SFVAC hosted Russian filmmakers and cameramen.

December 1990 the SFVC presented "Extraordinary Expressions 90", a month long community art exhibit, and "Arts Live" a multi-media program at the Lankershim Arts Center.

SFVAC sponsored the "Great All American Block Party" at Valley College with representation by many diverse cultures.

January 1987 the Warner Center Art Gallery officially opened and was operated by SFVAC for two years.

February 1983 the SFVAC sponsored the first annual "Business in the Arts" awards presentation.