We asked our communities what value the MPTA’S arts, culture, and history programming contibutes to their community *Here is what they said
“Public television is an archive of who we are, where we have been and how we walk into the future together. I want Minnesotans years from now to be able to use that archive.”
Fosters Learning
After watching local arts, culture, and history shows on public television… 95% learned about something new related to arts, culture, or history. 60% were inspired to learn more about Minnesota history and 54% were inspired to learn more about Minnesota arts and culture.
“I think the arts, culture and history programming is very valuable to our community because it brings these topics into your home, goes into very wonderful detail, and seeing it on the screen makes it come alive. You learn so much more than you ever would in school.” “I’ve used local educational resources to share important historical and cultural ideas with students, especially music by local musicians!”
After watching local arts, culture, and history shows on public television… Sparks local engagement
“I’ve sought out different places, businesses and artists after seeing them on TPT.” “I have really enjoyed seeing familiar faces in shows, e.g., local musicians, artists and restaurateurs. It is helpful and enlightening to learn about my community!“
60% were inspired to visit a historic site. 45% were inspired to visit a new part of Minnesota. 36% were inspired to spend money on the arts. 35% were inspired to support a local business or attend an event in their community
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*Based on 2022 MPTA Legacy Survey
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