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Description
Cocktails & Conversation:
CNTR/CTY & The Tobin Center Partner to Discuss the Ethics & Economics of San Antonio's Arts
CNTR/CTY is partnering with Tobin Center to present Cocktails & Conversation, an exploration of the powerful intersection of art, community, and economic impact. This event brings together creatives, cultural leaders, and changemakers to examine how San Antonio’s creative industry not only shapes the city’s identity but also fuels its growth and future.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, August 20
Location: Tobin Center (100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205)
Time: 4:30 pm-6:30 pm
Discussion Topics:
- The Economic Power of Our Art Industry: Exploring the significant financial benefits of San Antonio's creative sector, including its $5.18 billion economic output and 20,845 direct jobs in 2023. We'll also discuss opportunities to further grow local demand and the impact of creative entrepreneurship.
- Art as a Catalyst for Community & Placemaking: How public art and strategic creative initiatives foster stronger connections, build unique cultural identities, and enhance urban environments, making San Antonio more competitive.
- Ethics in Art: Representation & Accessibility: Discussing how our local art industry can be a powerful voice for diverse and underrepresented communities, ensuring equitable access, inclusion, and authentic representation across the city.
- Balancing Growth & Authenticity: A conversation on the ethical considerations of development and investment in the arts, ensuring that economic growth supports, rather than dilutes, San Antonio's vibrant and authentic artistic culture.
Run of Show:
- Cocktail reception: 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
- Panel discussion: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
- Audience Q&A: 6:15 pm - 6:30 pm
We look forward to hosting you!
-CNTR/CTY
Date & Time
Wed, Aug 20, 2025 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Venue Details
The Tobin Center
100 Auditorium CircleSan Antonio, Texas 78205
