To support our cultural assets by integrating art and education into community life through neighborhood projects, public art and innovative programming that celebrates diversity, inspires patronage and stimulates artistic appreciation.

"Our desire has always been to ensure that all children have an opportunity to experience the beauty of the arts and discover inner talents that will help them develop into well-rounded citizens full of passion and hope!"

To become one of Fort Worth's premier cultural institution providing a wide variety of cultural programs, professional performances and international exhibits. Our programs celebrate the rich culture and colorful heritage of our city.

To develop and implement methods to bring cultural understanding through the arts.

To design family involvement programs to strengthen family units and not lose the transfer of experience from generation to generation.

Some of our most attended exhibits include:

- The Children's International Art Competition with drawings from children in Italy,& Greece, and China.

- The International Exhibit from Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico.

- The Salvador Dali Exhibit with over 10,000 pieces of artwork, photos, and sculptures.

- Dia de los Muertos with the installation of Altares in collaboration with The Modern Museum.

- 2008 Emerging Latino Artists Exhibit