California Arts License Plate

Funds from the California Arts License Plate contribute to approximately 60% of the California Arts Council budget – which are in turn used for programs and initiatives.

Basic Info

Find out about the unique plate designed by California artists Wayne Thiebaud. Includes history, FAQ and links to other informational pages.

DMV Link

Want the order the Arts Plate now? Link to the California Department of Motor Vehicles and order online.

Help promote the California Arts License Plate

Over 60 percent of the California Arts Council’s budget coming from sales and renewals of the Arts License Plate – funding that is in turn used for arts programming on the local level for kids and communities. Hundreds of arts lovers throughout the state show off their support of California arts by promoting the California Arts License Plate.