Lily Cabatu Weiss Retires After 9 Years Leading Dallas Arts District
Lily Cabatu Weiss, the long-serving executive director of the Dallas Arts District, is set to retire on January 30, 2026. Weiss has led the largest contiguous urban arts district in the country for nine years, during which she has made significant contributions to its growth and recognition.
Weiss' tenure has been marked by numerous achievements. She pushed for infrastructure improvements and programming that earned the Dallas Arts District the USA Today's designation as Best Arts District in the country for the past two years. Her leadership has been instrumental in helping arts organizations navigate the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, Weiss organized weekly meetings for arts executives, business, and civic leaders to discuss needs, share resources, and brainstorm solutions.
Weiss' impact extends beyond her professional accomplishments. She began her journey in the Dallas Arts District as a teacher at Booker T. Washington High School in 1978, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to the arts and the community. Her relationships, built over decades, have been crucial to her success and will be missed after her retirement.
Lily Cabatu Weiss' retirement marks the end of an era for the Dallas Arts District. Jill Magnuson, the board chair, will serve as interim director while the search for a new director begins early next year. Charles Santos, executive and artistic director of TITAS Dance Unbound, has advocated for Weiss' leadership, highlighting her significant contributions to the arts district's growth and success.
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