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"Even in a strong economy, some may perceive the arts as an <br />unaffordable luxury. Fortunately, this rigorous report offers evidence that <br />the nonprofit arts industry provides not just cultural benefits to our <br />communities, but also makes significant positive economic contributions <br />to the nation's financial well-being regardless of the overall state of the <br />economy. The arts as a driver of employment, vibrancy, tourism, and <br />building a creative workforce is certainly something to applaud." <br />Jonathan Spector <br />President & CEO <br />The Conference Board <br />AMERICANS FOR THE ARTS I Arts & Economic Prosperity 5 <br />