School of Arts and Culture Ground Breaking Ceremony

You’re invited to the La Placita groundbreaking press conference!

Date: January 29, 2026

Time: 10 AM to 11 AM

Join The School of Arts and Culture for a press conference as they break ground on La Placita, a long-vacant 28,000-square-foot property located across the street from La Plaza. Following a successful $30 million capital campaign, this space is being transformed into a vibrant community destination featuring a theater, café, and family wellness center.

About the School of Arts and Culture

The School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza is a vibrant, cultural institution in East San José. Founded in 2011, La Plaza activates a vital local asset – the Mexican Heritage Plaza, a 6-acre, city-owned facility with an expansive plaza and theatre. Annually, La Plaza hosts over 150,000 people through its core programming. Its mission is to catalyze creativity and empower community. They do this by uplifting East San José’s rich diversity through authentic placekeeping and relevant multicultural productions. Learn more about the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza.