Culture Driving Michigan's Economy Michigan's arts and cultural sector will play an increasingly important role in helping our communities better
define themselves as great places for people to live, businesses to thrive, and tourists to visit. As Michigan
continues the hard work of transforming its economy, the strategy of cultural economic
development - building upon our cultural assets to boost community prosperity -- will help our cities,
neighborhoods and rural areas position themselves for long-term growth.
The mission of the Department of History, Arts and Libraries
is to enrich quality of life and strengthen the economy by providing access to information, preserving and promoting Michigan's heritage, and fostering cultural creativity.