La Paz

Some of the challenges for the La Paz municipality have been mentioned above, but probably the main challenge is to disseminate the cultural life of La Paz beyond its boundaries, using traveling exhibits; culturally-focused radio and television shows; art, music, and dance appreciation courses; and training for art and music teachers in rural areas.  In addition, there is a need to better utilize existing facilities – cultural centers, theaters, school buildings, and libraries – to hold cultural events, art exhibits, community theater, and festivals.  Affordable and regular performances for the general public will increase the audience, which is currently lacking interest.

The community also needs programming and facilities targeted to children and young people.  Increased internet access in public facilities, environmental education centers, interactive exhibits, and an arts/drama school, would bring talented professionals to the region. 

ecause La Paz is the state capital and it has the highest number of performers and artisans, a proposed State Council for Culture and the Arts should be located there.  Not only would the council focus on cultural promotion and marketing performances, but it could also help achieve better communication and coordination between government agencies, nonprofit groups, and schools to pool available funding, facilities, training opportunities, and materials.  The council could also focus on statewide programs, such as the Route of the Missions, the restoration of the Library of the Californias, and the House of Baja

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