October is National Arts & Humanities Month. Thank you to Governor Pete Ricketts in helping us celebrate the importance of culture in Nebraska with the following proclamation:
State of Nebraska
Proclamation
WHEREAS, The month of October has been recognized as National Arts and Humanities Month by thousands of arts and cultural organizations, communities, and states across the country for more than two decades; and
WHEREAS,The arts are an integral part of Nebraskans lives – 64% of adults attend a visual or performing arts event annually and 53% of Nebraskans personally perform or create artworks; and
WHEREAS, The creative economy in Nebraska is a $1.2 billion industry with 9,697 jobs that stimulate innovation, strengthen Nebraska’s competitiveness and play an important role in building and sustaining economic vibrancy; and
WHEREAS, Public art and a vibrant artistic community beautifies towns, provides employment, attracts residents and tourists, enhances property values, expands the tax base, and contributes to a creative and innovative environment; and
WHEREAS,The arts and humanities play a unique role advancing the lives and learning of our children, our families, our communities, and our workforce.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Pete Ricketts, Governor of the State of Nebraska, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM the month of October 2016, as National Arts and Humanities Month in Nebraska, and I do hereby urge and encourage all citizens to celebrate, promote, support, and participate in the arts, humanities and culture in their cities, towns and communities.
Join the celebration via social media #ShowYourArt to bring awareness about the arts events and organizations that are important to you. Individuals and organizations can share images on Instagram (use tag @americans4arts and use #showyourart).
