проверить ваше передергивание, просто руки не доходили.

[exchanges.state.gov]

The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S.
Department of State fosters mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries to promote friendly, and peaceful relations, as mandated by the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961.


Или вот еще:
[www.nyc.gov]

The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) is dedicated to supporting and strengthening New York City's vibrant cultural life. Among our primary missions is to ensure adequate public funding for non-profit cultural organizations, both large and small, throughout the five boroughs.


[www.cityofchicago.org]
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is dedicated to promoting and supporting Chicago’s arts and culture sector. This includes, but is not limited to: fostering the development of Chicago’s nonprofit arts sector, independent working artists, and for-profit arts businesses; presenting high-quality, free or low-fee cultural programs accessible to residents and visitors; and marketing the City’s cultural assets to local, regional, and global audiences. DCASE produces nearly 2,000 public programs, events and support services annually, generating millions in economic benefits for the City of Chicago.


То есть условное министерство культуры США "размазано" по разным уровням власти. Это просто другой тип организации.

Поэтому продолжайте сидеть в луже, Х-ов г-н.