At the HEART of the Region

This report explores the important economic and cultural impacts of the Arts on the quality of life in the Hudson Valley. 

The Hudson Valley benefits from an incredible array of arts and cultural entities including Storm King Art Center, Art Omi, the Garner Arts Center, the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, and Bethel Woods Center for the Arts among many others. Under a broader definition of the arts that includes artisans and crafts, there are also numerous local breweries and wineries such as Industrial Arts Brewing Company and the Millbrook Vineyards. Attracting thousands of visitors each year, these cultural and artisan destinations are an important part of the local tourism economy, and they are also a key part of what makes the Hudson Valley a wonderful place to live.

As our region recovers from the economic and social shocks of the last year, the arts play a crucial role in bringing communities together. The arts provide educational and cultural experiences that enrich our lives, create opportunities for dialog about the important issues of our time, and lift our spirits with beauty and creative works. For these reasons it is essential that we support those who create and encourage the arts.