Economic Impact

The economy benefits from a strong arts and culture sector as it spurs job growth, generates tax revenue and invites tourism. Moreover, as our region competes for the best and the brightest in the knowledge economy, our arts and culture assets provide a critical edge.  Entrepreneurs, their companies and their staff want to live in places with diverse populations and creative thinkers.  Review updated data and learn how arts and culture is an economic engine for greater Cleveland.

Arts and Cultural Industry Workforce Barometer – 2004

A Survey of Northeast Ohio Nonprofit Arts and Cultural Organizations Report detailing the results of Community Partnership for Arts and Culture’s second survey of job loss and growth in the…

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Economic Impact of Non-Local Arts and Culture Consumers

An economic impact report on 9 Cuyahoga County-based arts and culture organizations. 2004. This study examines the economic impact of 9 Cuyahoga County-based arts and culture organizations with…

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Arts & Culture Organizations: A Study of Their Occupations

Arts & Culture Organizations: A Study of Their Occupations An analysis of the occupations supported by NE Ohio’s arts and culture sector. 2004. This study analyzes the occupations…

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NEO Arts and Culture Plan. 2000

A community-wide dialogue on supporting NE Ohio’s arts and culture sector. 2000. The development of this plan was the result of a community-wide dialogue process. It outlines the goals,…

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Cultural Budget and Economic Activity Analyses for Northeast Ohio

A study focusing on the finances of Cuyahoga County’s nonprofit cultural sector and the surrounding region. 1999. This report summarizes research on the finances of Cuyahoga County’s…

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