Author: Cultural Alliance of Greater Hampton Roads

Publication Year: 1982

Media Type: Report

Summary:

Abstract:

In 1976, the Metropolitan Arts Congress undertook and published a study to determine cultural needs in South Hampton Roads. Funded by the Norfolk Foundation, Blueprint For A Rainbow recommended that major cultural planning be undertaken involving Southside cultural institutions. In 1982, Peninsula cultural organizations were invited to participate and they accepted.

This led to a seven month planning process led by nationally known arts planner Ralph Burgard and involved Peninsula and Southside cities and cultural organizations. It was supervised by a citizens planning committee of leaders from business, culture, education, local government, and public service, under the Chairmanship of Dr. Clarence Holland, former mayor of Virginia Beach. The final result of this process was the Cultural Action Plan.

The Cultural Alliance of Greater Hampton Roads was formed in 1983 by the merger of the Peninsula Council of the Metropolitan Arts Congress to carry out the programs and recommendations of the Cultural Action Plan.

Arts & Intersections:

Categories: Cultural Planning