Are you on the Culture Coast? If so you are one of the myriad cultural organizations across the South Side that together constitute a unique and vibrant community of artists, creators, innovators, and cultural enthusiasts.
Join Us.
The Culture Coast Network enables its members to work collectively to promote their own events and programs, while simultaneously positioning the South Side as a premier destination for arts and culture. Membership dues are determined according to annual budget size, allowing us to include organizations large and small. As a member of the Culture Coast you can expect to:
Get connected:
Quarterly networking events connect you directly to other professionals in the arts and culture community to build new partnerships, promote your organization’s programming, learn about new resources and find new ways to engage with the diverse cultural happenings in our South Side communities. Mark your calendars for our 2015 meetings:
Thursday, February 12, 2015 3:30–5pm
Thursday, May 14, 2015 3:30–5pm
Thursday, August 13, 2015 3:30–5pm
Thursday, November 12, 2015 3:30–5pm
Member Directory: An exclusive member directory of Culture Coast members gives you direct access to the resources and individuals in the organizations near you. This directory makes it easier than ever before to reach out to individuals in your field and build a network of support and partnerships throughout the community.
Sub-committees: for those interested in becoming involved in Culture Coast leadership we encourage participation on one of our subcommittees to oversee member relations or marketing initiatives.
Get the word out:
A Monthly E-Newsletter: Key member events and programs are distributed to our mailing list of over 6,000 individuals across the city and beyond. Each member organization is highlighted in two or more newsletters annually.
Events Calendar: Inclusion in our online calendar lets your organization list select events and promotions in one spot for visitors to find. Member organizations can submit events easily through a submission form.
Website Feature Page: Every member organization has its own member page on our website where you can share photos and information about your individual organization. To view current member pages, explore our directory.
Maps: In addition to being included on our online map, Culture Coast members are also included on our print map brochure which is downloadable from the website and is distributed throughout the city.
Social Media: All Culture Coast Network members are additionally supported through our social media platforms and blog to share events and news with a broader audience.
Public Relations: In 2015, the Culture Coast plans to develop a Culture Coast press kit and engage in media outreach to bring visibility to the Culture Coast.