Volume 4: The Arts Funding Crisis: Math, Metaphor and Money
The arts and culture sector is facing an acute funding crisis created by the volatility, uncertainty and cruelty of the Trump administration's dismantling of the federal government. The entire American economy is grappling with how to respond to this acute crisis. We have never experienced anything like it in our lifetimes.

A Tale of Two Neighborhoods, Part 2: Bronzeville

This is the second of two blog posts examining the economic and cultural impact of arts investment on two essential Chicago communities. The first post focused on Mayor Richard M. Daley’s strategic investment in cultural infrastructure in The Loop as a response to the rapid decline of the city’s manufacturing sector and its shift toward catalyzing the growth of the service economy.

A Tale of Two Neighborhoods, Part 1: The Loop

This is the first of two blogposts examining the economic and cultural impact of arts investment on two essential Chicago communities. The second post will focus on Bronzeville.

The Building Blocks Column | Volume 1
Discover how Chicago's vibrant arts, culture, and heritage serve as powerful catalysts for equitable economic and community development. From the past to the present, and looking toward the future, Building Blocks explores the transformative potential of investing in cultural legacy. Dive into Bustling Spaces’ insights on the role of art in revitalizing historically disinvested neighborhoods.