The Arts Build Business

In 2023, the arts and cultural sector contributed $1.2 trillion to the U.S. economy, accounting for 4.2% of the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This surpasses several other industries, including agriculture, forestry, and mining. As a vital economic sector, the arts generate revenue, create jobs, and, although often unnoticed, play an essential role in every aspect of our daily lives. On Monday, June 2nd, our speakers will explore our community's rich arts ecosystem and its growing impact as a catalyst for economic development in our state.

Rotarian Vaney Hariri will moderate a conversation with Nancy Halverson, President/CEO of Levitt at the Falls; Rotarian Tom Dempster, OG Board member of Levitt at the Falls and former SD State Senator; and Jim Speirs, Executive Director of Arts South Dakota.

The buffet lunch will be available beginning at 11:30 am. The menu will be: Country Fried Steak with mashed potatoes, country gravy, corn and salad bar.

The presentation, at the club’s regular weekly meeting, will be held at the South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance in Sioux Falls and will begin at noon. All Downtown Sioux Falls Rotary Club programs are open only to Rotarians and their guests. All programs are subject to the club's Privacy Policy. Local media are invited to attend to record the session.

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