Arts and Economic Prosperity 6

Every five years, Americans for the Arts holds an Arts and Economic Prosperity study to document the economic and social impact of the nonprofit arts and culture industry in communities around the country. In 2023, Montgomery County participated for the first time in the study as part of Arts and Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6).

AEP6 Final Report

AEP6 One-Page Summary of Findings

 

Why do the arts matter so much?

10 Reasons to Support the Arts in Montgomery County, VA

 

AEP6 in the local news:

https://www.wvtf.org/news/2023-12-04/study-explores-impacts-pandemic-had-on-arts-organizations-and-how-theyre-rebounding

https://www.wdbj7.com/2023/11/30/americans-arts-reveal-10-reasons-why-arts-are-necessary-our-hometowns/

 

Randy Cohen, Vice President of Research with Americans for the Arts, visited Montgomery County in November 2023 to discuss the results of AEP6 with the community. Recordings of Randy’s Presentations in Montgomery County can be found below.

Lyric Theatre, November 29, 2023

Meadowbrook Library, November 30, 2023

 

For additional information about AEP6 and Americans for the Arts, please click here to visit the official site.

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Located at Alta Mons in Shawsville, just a short drive from Blacksburg and Christiansburg, bring your hiking shoes and get ready to explore! The 40-foot waterfall awaits at the end of a mile and a half hike with creek-crossings and rock scrambles along the way. The colorful foliage really adds to the experience this time of year.

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Stiles Falls is one of the coolest waterfalls in @southwest.virginia, and you may have never heard of it! Located at Alta Mons in Shawsville, just a short drive from Blacksburg and Christiansburg, bring your hiking shoes and get ready to explore! The 40-foot waterfall awaits at the end of a mile and a half hike with creek-crossings and rock scrambles along the way. The colorful foliage really adds to the experience this time of year. Close to home. Far from ordinary. Make it a day-trip or stay for the weekend! #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV @williejack1957

In town for the fall foliage? Here are a few of our favorite spots to see all the colors 👇

1) Walk, bike, or run along the Huckleberry Trail
2) Explore the Jefferson National Forest at Pandapas Pond
3) Hike up to the breathtaking Stiles Falls in Shawsville

Make it a day trip or a weekend getaway! Plan your stay today on our website. Link in bio!

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In town for the fall foliage? Here are a few of our favorite spots to see all the colors 👇 1) Walk, bike, or run along the Huckleberry Trail 2) Explore the Jefferson National Forest at Pandapas Pond 3) Hike up to the breathtaking Stiles Falls in Shawsville Make it a day trip or a weekend getaway! Plan your stay today on our website. Link in bio! #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

The 35th Annual Pumpkin Festival at @sinklandfarmsllc is just... perfect!

The fall vibes are immaculate. Hop on a hayride, pick your pumpkins, explore the corn maze, bring the kids along for the family-friendly activities, or enjoy a date night with your partner. One of the top pumpkin patches in the nation, there`s plenty to enjoy this discover at Sinkland Farms.

Find all there is to do this weekend in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County on our website! Link in bio.

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The 35th Annual Pumpkin Festival at @sinklandfarmsllc is just... perfect! The fall vibes are immaculate. Hop on a hayride, pick your pumpkins, explore the corn maze, bring the kids along for the family-friendly activities, or enjoy a date night with your partner. One of the top pumpkin patches in the nation, there's plenty to enjoy this discover at Sinkland Farms. Find all there is to do this weekend in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County on our website! Link in bio. #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

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Race along one of the top trail systems in the nation, and enjoy some great compeition whether your an expert shredder or a rookie rider!

Visit the link in our bio to learn more and to register!

Close to home. Far from ordinary. Find endless outdoor recreation opportunities here in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County, VA!

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Rowdy Dawg Mountain Bike racing is back on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1! Race along one of the top trail systems in the nation, and enjoy some great compeition whether your an expert shredder or a rookie rider! Visit the link in our bio to learn more and to register! Close to home. Far from ordinary. Find endless outdoor recreation opportunities here in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County, VA! #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

Your fall foliage forecast says it`s just about peak season here in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County, VA!

Close to home. Far from ordinary. Plan your visit today to catch all the colors!

#GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

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Your fall foliage forecast says it's just about peak season here in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County, VA! Close to home. Far from ordinary. Plan your visit today to catch all the colors! #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

Coffee with Cows at @whiskeyspringsfarm.

Snuggle up with Highland Cattle, frolick with donkeys, pet some pigs, greet the goats, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of @southwest.virginia. Learn more on Whiskey Springs Farm`s page!

Close to home. Far from ordinary. Your fall getaway awaits!

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Coffee with Cows at @whiskeyspringsfarm. Snuggle up with Highland Cattle, frolick with donkeys, pet some pigs, greet the goats, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of @southwest.virginia. Learn more on Whiskey Springs Farm's page! Close to home. Far from ordinary. Your fall getaway awaits!
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