Through support of artists and the arts, ensure that the Florida Keys are a national and international arts destination and that art is a key component of the communities in the Florida Keys.

mission statement

To enhance the cultural environment and economy of Monroe County through development and promotion of the arts and cultural tourism. The arts include visual, performing, literary, cultural and historical arts and their display.

The Florida Keys Council of the Arts is committed to a leadership role as the community umbrella organization for the arts. The FKCA supports cultural institutions, provides services to the arts community, encourages arts programming for the citizenry and promotes cultural tourism.

The Florida Keys Council of the Arts has been designated by the Board of County Commissioners as the Local Arts Agency (LAA) as provided by Florida Statute 286.011.