Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6) is an economic and social impact study of the nation’s nonprofit arts and culture industry. Nationally, the sector generated $151.7 billion of economic activity in 2022—$73.3 billion in spending by arts and culture organizations and an additional $78.4 billion in event-related expenditures by their audiences. This report includes information about Arkansas.
Our work is important because the arts in Arkansas
represents over 8% of its workforce
and $3 Billion annually in GDP.
It is vital to tourism, revitalizes communities,
and is the primary pipeline for talent and our future workforce.
A careful analysis of data from Arkansas's arts and culture institutions showed a total of roughly $306 million in total industry expenditures. The report used data collected statewide over 2022 and revealed the creative economy is a significant contributor to the state's quality of life and overall economic vitality. Surveys also show Arkansans feel the arts contribute to their overall communities and inspire a sense of pride. Click the button below to read the summary report.
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