Mission

The Illinois Arts Alliance (IAA) is the statewide arts advocacy and service organization promoting the value of the arts to all residents of Illinois. Through research, capacity building and communication, IAA advances widespread support of all the arts, enhances the health of the arts and cultural sector, and fosters a climate in which the broadest spectrum of artistic expression can flourish.

Values

IAA's work is grounded in the belief that the instinct to be creative is universal; the arts play an essential role in the social, economic and educational growth and vitality of Illinois; and that the arts must embrace all, celebrate all, and be accessible to all.

Vision

The arts are established as central and indispensable to Illinois communities and residents. As one of the State's leading industries, the arts are acknowledged to enhance the quality of life, fuel creativity and innovation, sharpen the state's competitive edge, promote cross-cultural understanding, and connect Illinois to the international community.


IAA Home

Illinois Arts Alliance/Foundation
203 North Wabash
Suite 1920
Chicago, Illinois 60601
Phone: 312.855.3105   Fax: 312.855.1565
info@artsalliance.org

Latest News
Illinois General Assembly returns to Springfield.  Take action to restore Illinois’ investment in the arts: call or write your legislators today!
New survey finds the stability of the arts in Illinois threatened by FY08 state budget cuts. Full survey findings here.
Congratulations to the 2007 recipients of the Presidents' Arts Friendly Community Awards!
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