Launchpad and Homebase: Columbus Ohio’s Arts Ecosystem

Authors

Rachel Skaggs, The Ohio State UniversityFollow
Amanda Tobin Ripley, The Ohio State UniversityFollow

Abstract

This article draws critical attention to strengths and needs within the arts ecosystem of Columbus, Ohio. Relying on interviews and focus groups with artists and arts leaders, we establish three themes as the most prevalent and cross-cutting among artists and arts leaders: needs for community building, paid work, and space. Based on these stated needs, we identify two aspects of the arts ecosystem in Columbus: launchpad and homebase, neither of which fully support artistic careers. We argue that with investment will also come the opportunity to develop a stronger ecosystem that allows artists to live, work, and thrive in Columbus.

Recommended Citation

Skaggs, Rachel and Tobin Ripley, Amanda (2024) "Launchpad and Homebase: Columbus Ohio’s Arts Ecosystem," International Journal of Regional Issues in the Arts: Vol. 2: Iss. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/ijria/vol2/iss2/1