Indicative of a major shift for Nevada, arts and culture have become more and more of a priority in recent years. One recent example of this shift, the national Americans for the Arts organization awarded NV Energy and its foundation one of 10 annual awards last month for their support of the arts in the Silver State. It was the first time a Nevada company won the recognition, … [Read more...] about Arts & Culture: A Beautiful Business
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Elko’s Annual Boost: National Poetry Gathering Promotes Economic Development
As Nevada prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday in 2014, Elko’s National Cowboy Poetry Gathering is commemorating 30 years of presenting the artistic traditions of ranching and cowboy culture of the American West. Held the last week of January each year, the event brings thousands of visitors to Elko. From its inception, the gathering defied expectations. In 1985, the … [Read more...] about Elko’s Annual Boost: National Poetry Gathering Promotes Economic Development
The Economics of Art: Nevada’s arts and culture
Financial challenges experienced by Nevada residents are mirrored by Nevada arts and culture organizations. During the economic downturn Nevada is still working to bounce back from, some Nevada arts organizations have thrived, some have come into being and some have closed their doors. While going through a recession, the arts may seem like a luxury Nevadans can’t afford. … [Read more...] about The Economics of Art: Nevada’s arts and culture