executive summary

museSalon Collaborative is an equity-centered arts service organization dedicated to supporting BIPOC cultural legacy institutions. Our mission is rooted in closing the racial wealth gap through capacity building and cultural preservation efforts.

mission and focus

museSalon Collaborative specializes in fostering equity within the arts sector by providing tailored support to BIPOC cultural legacy institutions. Our focus is on preserving and amplifying the rich cultural heritage of these communities while addressing systemic barriers to economic prosperity.

importance of arts and culture

Arts and culture play a multifaceted role in the American economy, contributing to employment, economic growth, tourism, tax revenue, community development, and innovation. In 2019, arts and cultural production contributed $919.7 billion to the U.S. economy. Despite these contributions, the racial wealth gap persists, with the median wealth of White households approximately eight times higher than that of Black households.

Follow the work of Mia Birdsong of Next River and author of “How We Show Up,” and locate a quote by Founding Director, Malesha Jessie Taylor- (Browning) on page. 107.