Legacy Reporting 2023

LEGACY-FUNDED WORK OF THE MPTA 2021-2022

After watching local arts, culture, and history shows on public television… Builds community connections

“I think there is a ton of value to have good quality programming specific to Minnesota. It helps me learn more about MN and makes me want to engage more with the community.” “It makes me feel that we are more of a community - state-wide.”

82% feel more connected to Minnesota and their community. 81% feel more informed about what is going on in their community. 80% learned about new artists in their community. 50% talked with others about something they learned.

Represents the diversity of Minnesota

79% said that their local station’s arts, culture, and history programming adequately represents Minnesota’s diverse communities.

“[Our public television station] keeps us connected as a diverse community by sharing of cultures and events that we otherwise would not understand or know about.”

Is accessible statewide 32,371 hours of Legacy-funded content broadcast on MPTA stations. “It makes culture and the arts accessible for those who are unable to attend events in person, due to cost or mobility or transportation.“ “The arts, culture and history programming is clearly and very intentionally creating opportunities for all Minnesotans to learn about the cultural diversity that exists in our state.”

Builds trust

92% trust their local PBS station to deliver arts, culture, and history programming that is well-researched and unbiased. “It’s hard to find trustworthy news/information. I rely on public television for my information.”

Creates jobs

29.48 full time jobs 103 freelance and temporary jobs

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