The council plays a leading role in facilitating community and cultural development by working with the community to identify needs and undertake appropriate activities.
The Hobart City Councils Arts and Cultural Strategy, published in 2002 articulates the Council's vision for the cultural life of Hobart as follows:
- Hobart will be recognised for:
- The statewide pre-eminence of its arts and cultural practitioners, producters, facilities, attractions, festivals and events;
- Its significant cultural and built heritage
- Its unique geographical location, lifestyle and environmental strengths
- Hobart will be a city that welcomes and celebrates cultural diversity
- The Hobart City Council will plan for and support a sustainable, accessible and dynamic arts and cultural life in Hobart
