The NEA has released its first detailed look at arts participation habits, attitudes toward the arts, and related health characteristics of adults aged 55 and older. The report demonstrates positive physical and mental health outcomes, including a seven-fold increase in cognitive functioning scores among adults who created and attended arts activities.
The arts are vital to our communities, promoting economic growth, education, health, social justice, and cross-cultural understanding. Through the resources below, learn more about the essential role the arts play as well as trends and best practices that demonstrate how our creative culture is growing and changing.