嘉義市政府文化局致力維護歷史文化，推動藝文活動與場館營運，涵蓋文化資產、圖書資訊、表演藝術及博物館管理，並營造藝術之都特色。

The Chiayi City Government Cultural Affairs Bureau is dedicated to preserving historical and cultural heritage, promoting arts and cultural activities, and managing cultural venues. Its core responsibilities include cultural heritage preservation, library and information services, performing arts, and museum management, contributing to the development of Chiayi as a city of arts.