Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art

The arts connect us in powerful ways—helping us understand one another, strengthening mental health, and enriching our communities. New findings from “Americans Speak Out About the Arts” reveal why the public strongly supports government-funded arts programs: 1?? Fostering empathy, tolerance, and inclusion: 72% of Americans say the arts provide shared experiences with people of different races, ethnicities, ages, beliefs, and identities. 2?? Helping veterans transition to civilian life: 82% of Americans support arts programs designed to assist veterans. 3?? Reducing isolation for older adults: 81% agree arts programs combat loneliness and isolation among older adults. 4?? Enhancing public safety and mental health: 81% back programs that use the arts to support mental health, and 71% approve of arts initiatives that promote public safety. These findings underscore the transformative power of the arts to build stronger, more connected communities. Let’s continue advocating for policies and funding that ensure these benefits are accessible to all. Explore the full survey results in our complimentary report. https://lnkd.in/eh9G9yKp

The Museum Assessment Program (MAP) is here to help small & mid-sized museums build a solid operational foundation! The Organizational Assessment takes a holistic look at your operations, ensuring alignment with professional ethics, practices, and standards. Through a year-long journey of self-review, improvement, and peer feedback, MAP empowers museums of all types to grow and thrive. ?? Assessments are also available in Collections Stewardship, Education & Interpretation, and Community & Audience Engagement. Ready to take your museum to the next level? Learn more & apply by February 15: https://lnkd.in/egUTz9df

Going to #art museums is expensive because these institutions are 1. typically housed in big, increasingly costly buildings to operate, 2. responsible for the conservation of massive collections of fragile artworks and 3. kept running by large workforces. Yet these institutions aim to disseminate knowledge and enjoyment widely, for which a high admissions charge may be an obstacle. #Museums are being pulled in opposite directions in what amounts to a cultural tug-of-war, the accounting department yanking the rope on one side while the outreach and engagement departments tug from the other. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ektTvggf

Tomorrow night!! Can't wait for this talk with Eri King and Alisha Kerlin about eri's show Scripted Spaces and art inspired by Las Vegas!

UNLV College of Fine Arts Newsletter for the Week of November 18, 2024

Reason #5 to Support the Arts: Arts and culture are tourism drivers! ?? ?? Arts travelers are the ideal tourists. They stay longer, spend more, and seek out authentic cultural experiences that make communities shine. Did you know? ?? 70% of Americans agree: The arts improve the image and identity of my community. ?? 53% say: Arts and culture play a big role in choosing vacation destinations. When we invest in the arts, we invest in vibrant communities that attract visitors and drive local economies. Let’s keep the arts thriving—because they don’t just enrich our lives; they boost our cities, too. Learn more about the 10 reasons to support the arts: https://bit.ly/3B8aPeC #support4arts

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