Texas

Why the Arts Matter in Texas

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

"The Texas Commission on the Arts’ Cultural District program has seen steady growth since its inception, as municipal, arts, community and business leaders recognize the districts’ value. Not only do Cultural Districts add to the quality of life for residents, but they serve as a beacon for tourism, help revitalize communities, attract businesses, and generate significant economic impact. As we learn to live with the pandemic, Cultural Districts have proven to be community anchors sparked and sustained by the arts."

- Ann S. Graham, Executive Director, Texans for the Arts