Elevating the arts and enabling creative expression to engage and inspire a dynamic, thriving Massachusetts
In a time of enormous disruption and rapid change across our society, the arts and creativity are essential. Great art transforms the way we engage with the world. It brings beauty into our lives. Through creativity we can transcend conventions and generate new ideas, alternatives, and possibilities. Arts and creativity have the power to connect us with each other, to help us understand our dynamic environment, to heal, and to imagine new, better, different futures.
To achieve the goal of a dynamic, thriving Commonwealth, we believe that a central focus on racial equity is required. Massachusetts needs adaptive and relevant organizations with broad public engagement and support.
Barr’s Arts + Creativity program seeks to invest in bold ideas and leaders through three strategies.
