ClassACT HR73 folks have periodically voiced a desire for more activity focused on the arts (our last arts-related forum was “When the Stage Goes Dark: Performing Arts in COVID Time” in 2021!). Recent developments in technology and governance are having pervasive effects on America’s arts and humanities enterprise, sparking concerns about its base of support, future direction, and even its shape and definition.

Given culture’s role in citizenship, the selection of Democracy @250 as our 2026 theme provides a unique opportunity for attention to the state of our country’s arts and humanities from a democracy perspective. We have formed a Working Group to help with the crafting of upcoming forums and other events; you’re invited to join the group and pitch in. Please email us at (classacthr73@gmail.com) if you wish to do so.