Missouri Citizens for the Arts
A resource for artists, arts organizations and arts patrons in Missouri
Fostering diversity in the arts is a key component to several high performing arts organizations who predominately serve communities of color. This report establishes various arts organizations whose mission focuses on marginalized communities of color and the ways they have not only sustained themselves but successfully performed as cornerstones for others. Click Here to read more from key art leaders who share their insights, strategies, and advice.
One of the largest public arts projects in Missouri is “Shakespeare In the Streets” developed by the grassroots organization, St. Louis Shakespeare Festival. “Shakespeare In the Streets” is a theatrical production that invites local St. Louis neighborhoods to narrate their local story through a Shakespearean play that reflects themes of their own community. Click Here to watch a documentary about the experience and importance of this community project!
Public art manifests in various forms and for diverse reasons, contributing to the local culture, social, and economic value of a community. In addition to this, public arts cultivate a sense of community identity, allowing for individuals from all walks of life to collaborate on a single project. Learn more about the importance of public art, its value, and ways to get involved in creative placemaking through public art! Read Now.
Art therapy has become a crucial component and effective intervention in the medical field. Evidence-based studies from the American Art Therapy Association demonstrate the myriad ways art therapy can be effectively utilized for PTSD, Dementia, and Neuroscience, among other mental health-related topics. Click here to read into these studies!
The arts are a proven and effective method in reducing depression, anxiety, and overall stress. In fact, the arts are now being used as preventive and therapeutic strategies in healthcare systems to improve mental health. Click Here to read about ways you can use the arts to improve your mental health, including spending just 30 minutes a day on an arts activity!
