Plumas Arts — Equity, Access & BelongingLand & Community Acknowledgement
Plumas Arts recognizes that our work takes place on the unceded ancestral homelands of the Mountain Maidu people. We honor the stewardship of this land and acknowledge that history, culture, and creativity are inseparable from place and people. https://plumascounty.org/mountain-maidu-2/
Our Commitment
Under current leadership, Plumas Arts is actively strengthening its role as a county-wide cultural organization rooted in equity, access, and community connection. We recognize that historic and systemic inequities continue to shape access to arts education, creative opportunity, and representation—especially in rural communities.
We believe the arts are a powerful tool for connection, visibility, and belonging. Equity at Plumas Arts is not a static statement—it is an ongoing practice that informs how we listen, plan, invest, and serve.
What Equity Means at Plumas Arts
Equity means meeting people where they are, removing barriers to participation, and ensuring that our programs reflect the diversity of experiences, identities, and voices that make up Plumas County and the surrounding region.
Our work prioritizes:
How We Put This Into Action
Plumas Arts is committed to:
Looking Forward
We are building a Plumas Arts that is responsive, inclusive, and future-focused—one that reflects the people it serves and invites everyone to participate fully in the cultural life of our region.
Equity is not a destination. It is a shared responsibility and a long-term commitment—one we are proud to lead with intention, humility, and care.
Plumas Arts recognizes that our work takes place on the unceded ancestral homelands of the Mountain Maidu people. We honor the stewardship of this land and acknowledge that history, culture, and creativity are inseparable from place and people. https://plumascounty.org/mountain-maidu-2/
Our Commitment
Under current leadership, Plumas Arts is actively strengthening its role as a county-wide cultural organization rooted in equity, access, and community connection. We recognize that historic and systemic inequities continue to shape access to arts education, creative opportunity, and representation—especially in rural communities.
We believe the arts are a powerful tool for connection, visibility, and belonging. Equity at Plumas Arts is not a static statement—it is an ongoing practice that informs how we listen, plan, invest, and serve.
What Equity Means at Plumas Arts
Equity means meeting people where they are, removing barriers to participation, and ensuring that our programs reflect the diversity of experiences, identities, and voices that make up Plumas County and the surrounding region.
Our work prioritizes:
- Access to high-quality arts experiences for all ages and communities
- Representation in artists, educators, stories, and leadership
- Geographic equity, ensuring rural and outlying communities are served
- Economic inclusion, reducing financial barriers to participation
How We Put This Into Action
Plumas Arts is committed to:
- Applying an equity lens to organizational decisions, partnerships, and programming
- Expanding arts education through county-wide initiatives like Artist in the Schools
- Uplifting historically underrepresented artists and voices through exhibitions, performances, and public programs
- Building authentic partnerships with schools, community groups, and local leaders
- Creating welcoming, inclusive spaces in our galleries, theaters, and events
- Listening, learning, and adapting as our community and organization evolve
Looking Forward
We are building a Plumas Arts that is responsive, inclusive, and future-focused—one that reflects the people it serves and invites everyone to participate fully in the cultural life of our region.
Equity is not a destination. It is a shared responsibility and a long-term commitment—one we are proud to lead with intention, humility, and care.
