ArtsLab
ArtsLab strengthens the impact of arts organizations in urban and rural communities through leadership and strategy development. We offer intensive training, mentorship, and technical assistance to cultural leaders to ensure that they have the skills, ideas, and mindsets needed to adapt and thrive in a world of continuous change.
ArtsLab is based in the belief that the arts are essential to a Midwest filled with vibrant communities, competitive industries, high-quality education, and strong economies. Yet we recognize that artists and arts organizations continue to struggle with rapid changes in our economy, technology, and communications. We believe that the best way to ensure their resiliency is to offer high-quality and in-depth training on how to adapt to environmental changes and how to adopt sustainable business practices.
The program has two peer groups of nonprofit arts organizations – a metro and a rural group – who learn together, share best practices, and receive support to strengthen their organizational infrastructure.
ArtsLab is funded by the Bush Foundation, F. R. Bigelow Foundation, Mardag Foundation, The McKnight Foundation, and The Saint Paul Foundation.
For more information, visit www.artslabonline.org.
