Culture 1: Cultural Opportunities

ALL UTAHNS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES

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Part of any successful community is the ability to provide citizens opportunities to participate in, observe, and enjoy cultural, ethnic, and artistic events. To ensure that all Utahns have those opportunities, the Utah Department of Community and Economic Development has initiated programs to promote Utah's cultural heritage and provide opportunities to participate in various events. • The Office of Museum Services has resolved to evaluate the needs and performance level of Utah museums. This initiative assists Office of Museum Services in developing new programs to improve the quality of Utah museums and provides accountability for the use of public funds. In 2001 the new State Certification Program for Museums was initiated, and 20 of the State's 212 museums received certification. • Since 1990, cultural activities and events funded by the Utah Arts Council have been attended by up to 6 million people annually. • Library attendance has increased steadily throughout the last decade to a total of 11 million during 2001. • The Utah Division of State History is documenting historically significant resources (including architectural, archeological, and historic sites) to ensure that Utah's past is available to present and future generations. Looking ahead: Utah's museums and cultural organizations will continue to make Utahns aware of the opportunities and pleasures that are available in the arts and history. This is accomplished through programs that promote cultural activities for persons of all ages in both rural and urban areas.

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