Incorporating arts and culture into a downtown has been shown to create a positive return on investment, in addition to captivating residents and visitors with a sense of liveliness and wonder. Doing so also helps convey a downtown’s sense of place, history, and heritage while enhancing the quality of life for all to enjoy.
The resources listed below will give you a framework for encouraging arts and culture in your downtown, while providing real world solutions and practical advice to get started.