“ Arts improve individual well-being. 63 percent of the population believe the arts “lift me up beyond everyday experiences,” 64 percent feel the arts give them “pure pleasure to experience and participate in,” and 73 percent say the arts are a “positive experience in a troubled world.”

Mission
The Jacksonville Cultural Development Corporation’s mission is to foster an environment that builds creative communities by providing resources and support for arts and artists to flourish Jacksonville and the surrounding areas.