Cultural Economy

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A lively outdoor community arts festival with diverse attendees enjoying music, art, and food, showcasing the economic and cultural vibrancy of local arts.

Culture

What is Local Arts Funding and Its Economic Impact?

In 2022, the nonprofit arts and culture industry generated a staggering $151.

Theo Ashford·July 1, 2026

A dynamic urban landscape at dusk, showcasing cultural institutions and community members participating in artistic endeavors, highlighting the vital role of arts in city life.

Culture

Local arts funding is vital for urban centers, boosting economy and culture.

In New York City, Materials for the Arts (MFTA) has diverted over eight million pounds of materials, valued at over $40 million, from landfills in just two years.

Elise Marrow·April 30, 2026

A lively street in Fort Worth's Historic Northside with families and businesses, symbolizing the growing Latino cultural economy and the need for a dedicated museum.

Fort Worth's Latino cultural museum faces feasibility study

Property values in Fort Worth's Historic Northside soared by approximately 60 percent between 2016 and 2021, fueled by a vibrant Latino cultural economy that is still awaiting a dedicated museum.

Elise Marrow·April 11, 2026