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Wednesday, November 09, 2005

The Economic Impact of Michigan Museums

The Mining Journal reports that the economic impact of museums and other cultural attractions on local economies tends to be underestimated according to Teresa Goforth, executive director of the Michigan Museums Association. 65% of adult travelers include cultural events in trips of more than 50 miles and 1/3 extend their stays. Michigan museums provide 7,600 jobs and a $130 million payroll.

Michigan Museums Association web site

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