Topic: The Impact of Arts in the Community

Panel Participants: 
Karen Magradey, Assistant Director, Koger Center for the Arts 
Darion McCloud, Storyteller, Artistic Director, NiA Company 
Lee Snelgrove, Executive Director, One Columbia 
William Starrett, Artistic and Executive Director, Columbia City Ballet

A vibrant arts community can transform the region it serves through increased neighborhood livability, community identity, and social wellbeing. The Columbia metro region is home to numerous organizations and individuals that are enriching and empowering their communities locally through the arts.

Research provided by: Artsfund.org