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A woman blacksmith bending over her work strikes metal to anvil, generating splayed sparks.

Blacksmith at the Penland School of Crafts. Photo by Robin Dryer

Creative Economic Development Resource Center

Information about creative economy policy and practices, including state-level research, examples of state initiatives and other resources to help states harness the benefits of creative economic development.

Cultural Tourism Resources

Links to data, resources and information about state arts agency programs and initiatives that illustrate how cultural tourism is an important way to celebrate, preserve and promote a state's unique heritage; increase opportunities for artists; promote public arts participation; and boost economic development.

National Governors Association Issue Briefs

The National Governors Association's Center for Best Practices, with research assistance from NASAA and support from the National Endowment for the Arts, has produced a series of Issue Briefs that document the value of the arts in public policy.

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