For my NASAA Notes column this month, I am pleased to share this space with our incomparable board chair and former chair of the Michigan Arts and Culture Council, Omari Rush. In addition to his
Recognizing the important role that arts learning plays in promoting human development, creativity, critical thinking, cultural understanding and civic participation, the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts is committed to supporting arts education for
Access to the arts is essential for creating vibrant and engaged communities in our nation’s rural areas and small towns. In addition to providing cultural enrichment, arts activities can also offer economic benefits for the
As you know, in March President Biden signaled his support for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) when he proposed increasing the agency’s appropriation for fiscal year 2024 to $211 million. This step was
Updated Research Tool: State Creative Economy Studies NASAA has completed its annual survey of economic studies for the Interactive Database of State Creative Economy Studies. This database, produced in cooperation with the National Endowment for
State of the Arts in Texas Texas Cultural Trust has just published its 2023 State of the Arts Report. This biennial report offers insights on the power of arts and culture to improve educational, economic
Aaron Myers Joins D.C. Agency as Executive Director The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities has appointed Aaron Myers as its new executive director. Myers, a renowned jazz vocalist, pianist, educator and activist, brings
Find peer group meetings and NASAA learning sessions on the Upcoming NASAA Events Calendar. Let NASAA know if your agency’s Internet domain or your staff or council members’ e-mail addresses change, which may affect your
