Register Today: Advocacy day is 1 Week Away

02/24/2026

Events

One week from today, the arts community will fill the halls of the Minnesota State Capitol with energy, stories, and purpose.

Arts Advocacy Day is almost here, and this is your moment to show up.

On March 3rd, advocates from across Minnesota will meet directly with lawmakers to share how the arts strengthen local economies, animate downtowns, support students, and bring people together across differences. Your voice, and your story, matters more than ever.

This is not just another event. It’s a day to:
• Stand up for arts funding
• Protect and expand arts education
• Support a thriving creative workforce
• Show that the arts are essential infrastructure in every community

If you’ve been thinking about attending, consider this your sign. There is still time to register, prepare, and be part of something powerful.

In one week, we gather.
In one week, we advocate.
In one week, we make sure the arts are heard.

Will you be there?

In this moment of national uncertainty, the arts community has an important role to play. How are organizations showing up, sharing information, and supporting their communities?

Join Arts Alliance Illinois, California for the Arts, Cultural Alliance of Maine, MASSCreative, and Minnesota Citizens for the Arts for a national virtual huddle on Wednesday, February 25, from 6–7:00 pm CST.

Hear how arts leaders across the country are meeting this moment, exchange resources, and build stronger solidarity across our field. Breakout discussions included.

Register now to receive the meeting link and be part of the conversation.