Richardson’s Arts & Culture Master Plan, an update to the Cultural Arts Master Plan adopted in 2013. The Plan serves as a long-term guide for the growth and development of arts and cultural initiatives in Richardson; the recent update was created out of a year-long process guided by consultants and the Cultural Arts Commission that involved research, community engagement, analysis, and visioning.

Formally titled, “Home is Where the HeART is! 2025–2035 Arts & Culture Master Plan,” it includes five strategic objectives, each supported by short-, mid-, and long-term goals. The five objectives are:

• Improve awareness of cultural opportunities in Richardson,
• Continue to diversify Richardson’s cultural offerings, 
• Support growth of Richardson’s creative community, 
• Plan an effective cultural tourism strategy, and 
• Define a cultural district and seek designation.