State-Designated Cultural Districts Drive Economic Growth – Learn How to Apply
Mass Cultural Council announces that the Cultural District Designation application is now open to prospective Massachusetts communities. The program, established in 2011, includes 58 state-designated Cultural Districts statewide. Applications are due February 8, 2027. An information session is scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The updated process includes compensated district coordination, a formal partnership agreement, a mappable footprint, and a clear work plan.
Register for the info session and review guidelines online.
