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Venues Parks & Arts

Venues Parks & Arts inspires a more liveable South Bend for all, connecting us to emotionally engaging experiences and to one another. Our primary focus areas include arts and culture, recreation, and public placemaking. The places we care for and the services and programs we offer have a significant impact on social equity, neighborhood and economic impact, health and wellness, and ecological stewardship.

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Special Events

Special Events South Bend Venues Parks & Arts hosts a wide array of changing special events across the city over…

Tree Permit

Tree Permit Tree permits are issued for trees on the tree lawn area only. The tree lawn is the grass…

Tree Health Assessment

Tree Health Assessment The city forester will perform a tree risk assessment on any tree that could endanger the public…

Tree Preventative Maintenance

Tree Preventative Maintenance The forester is continually inspecting trees throughout the parks, city owned property, and on private property.We are…

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VPA Strategic Plan 2017 – 2021

2017 Annual Report

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City of South Bend Venue Parks & Arts

Venue Parks & Arts is an exciting department committed to creating exceptional experiences and opportunities in our city.

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574.233.0311
 
321 E. Walter St.
South Bend, IN 46614

Leadership

Aaron Perri
Aaron Perri Executive Director of Venues Parks & Arts

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