The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed October 2024 “Arts and Humanities Month.”
Wednesday, October 23, Morris Arts Executive Director, Tom Werder, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the arts and cultural organizations in Morris County. He was joined by members of the Morris Arts Staff, Allison Larena, President & CEO of Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC); Tom Loughman, Executive Director of Morris Museum; Dave Sipple, President of Morris Music Men; and Cydney Halpin, President of the New Jersey Jazz Society, along with other members of the Jazz Society.
During the meeting, Commissioner Director Christine Myers said “Morris County is fortunate to have a wide range of arts organizations, historical sites, museums and cultural venues that enrich our community. The Commissioners proudly support the arts and humanities through various funding sources, including the county’s Historic Preservation Trust Fund. As we gear up for nation’s 250th anniversary, their role in sharing our county’s story is more important than ever!”
At Morris Arts, we believe the arts are vital to the social fabric and economic prosperity of the area, act as a catalyst for social change, and improve the well-being of everyone in the community. In accepting the proclamation, Tom remarked “The arts generate a $49.2 million industry in this area. We attract 45 percent of people who participate in cultural activities in Morris County from other counties, boosting the local economy.”
We want to extend our thanks to our colleagues from other local arts organizations for all the work they do to bring the arts to our community.We’d also like to thank Morris County for their continued support including funding allocated to us in the annual budget. We are delighted that the county recognizes the importance of the arts and cultural organizations in our community and encourages residents to engage in the many arts events and experiences our organizations offer.
