Massachusetts

Why the Arts Matter in Massachusetts

Updated in 2024 with the latest data from the BEA (2022 data), NEA, and state arts leadership.

“This is a historic year for Mass Cultural Council, and yet, even with an unprecedented amount of public funding available to the Commonwealth’s creative and cultural sector we were not able to support everyone who requested assistance.  Noting this, Mass Cultural Council will continue to advocate with our partners for sustained, robust public funding for arts and culture and use those monies to equitably invest in and foster the vibrant economic sector.” 

-- Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director, Mass Cultural Council