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Cultural Services Department Budget Highlights

The Cultural Services Department is comprised of six divisions. The Albuquerque Biological Park (BioPark) operates the Rio Grande Zoo, the Aquarium and the Botanical Gardens. The Albuquerque Museum protects and displays the artworks and historical items of New Mexico's cultural life. The museum also brings national and international exhibits to the citizens of Albuquerque. The Balloon Museum is actively assembling staff, starting community educational programs, and conserving collections in anticipation of opening the building. The Explora Science Center Museum provides interactive displays to educate and intrigue children about science, art, culture, and technology. The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library System provides reading and research materials as well as access to electronically transferred information through 17 locations. As part of the Community Events Division, the KiMo Theatre and the South Broadway Cultural Center (SBCC) provide stages for the interaction of performers, artists, and audiences. Special Events organizes large and small outdoor, multi-cultural gatherings throughout the City. Strategic support provides central services, media resources, which operates the local government access channel, and promotion/marketing for the department.

Cultural Services Department Budget Highlights [pdf, 96k]

Mission

The mission of the Cultural Services Department is to enhance the quality of life in the City by celebrating Albuquerque’s unique history and culture, and providing services, entertainment, programs, and collections that improve literacy, economic vitality, and learning in state of the art facilities that enrich City life and increase tourism to Albuquerque.