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Lynn Arts & Culture Survey
The City of Lynn is currently gathering feedback to better understand how to expand access to arts and culture for the community and strengthen support to the local creative sector. Your responses will help inform the Downtown Lynn Cultural Plan, currently being developed by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council in partnership with the City of Lynn.
Which best describes you?
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I am an individual artist, maker, creative, or culture bearer
I operate a cultural organization or creative enterprise
I am a community member but neither of the above
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This section is for leaders of cultural organizations.
If you are ALSO a Lynn community member and/or individual Lynn-based artist and wish to complete those sections of our survey, please complete the survey a second time.
Do you operate a cultural organization in Lynn?
Yes
No
My cultural organization operates outside Lynn but serves Lynn residents
Do you operate a creative enterprise in Lynn?
Yes
No
My creative enterprise operates outside Lynn but serves Lynn residents
Please select all of your work areas. Select all that apply.
Craft arts (e.g. ceramics, glass, jewelry and metalwork, craft woodworking, textiles)
Dance and movement arts (e.g. dance, expressive movement, choreography in all genres)
Design arts (e.g. fashion, graphic, industrial, interior, architecture)
Dramatic arts (e.g. stage acting,voice acting, puppetry, directing, stage management, and stage production)
Education/Academies
Event promoter
Film and media arts (e.g. all filmand television genres, podcasts, digital storytelling, special effects, and interactivedigital media)
Folk arts (e.g. work related to thecontinuity and evolution of a tradition and/or cultural heritage such ascultural dance, cultural music, oral expression, and traditional crafts)
Literary arts (e.g. writing in allgenres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, playwriting, screenwriting,journalism, graphic novels, publishing)
Marketing services
Music and sound arts (e.g. singing,instrumental music in all genres, composing, remixing (including DJing), soundengineering)
Performance Venue
Public arts and placemaking
Tech support for arts (e.g.conservation, support services, equipment sales and rentals)
Studio-based visual arts (e.g.installation, drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, fiber, collage, mixedmedia)
Other
How long have you been in operation?
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5-10 years
10-15 years
15-20 years
20+ years
Prefer not to say
What is the structure of your arts or creative enterprise/organization?
Sole Proprietorship
Non-profit
Corporation
Limited liability company/partnership
Other
How many people do you employ?
How does your arts or creative enterprise/organization earn income? Select all that apply.
Grants from state agencies (including MCC)
Grants from federal agencies
Grants from the City of Lynn (no MCC related)
Gifts from foundations or individuals
Commissions or contracts for creativework
Programs, classes, or workshops
Revenue from live events (exhibitions, performances, tours)
Royalties and licensing fees
Sales of creative products
Sales of merchandise (shirts, prints, etc)
Space rentals
Membership dues
Paying in cash gigs
Other
What best describes your space arrangement
Rent
Own
I work at contracted event venues/spaces
Other
Please comment on the arts and cultural assets in Lynn that you value and/or use the most.
What technical assistance or training programs would you like to receive to expand your work?
Grant writing trainings
Marketing and social media training
How to Start a Business (Entrepreneurship)
Business development and financial planning support
Workshopson branding, audience growth, and customer engagement
Legal assistance for contracts, licensing, and copyrights
Training on digital tools, e-commerce, and website development
Networking opportunities with local artists, entrepreneurs, and organizations
Mentorship programs for emerging creatives and small businesses
Fundraising
Work–life Balance and Wellbeing to Promote Wellbeing and Mental Health
Other
What can the City of Lynn do to help your creative enterprise, and/or organization become more successful?
What could other local stakeholders or organizations do?
Approximately how many people are served annually by your organization? (Optional)
What is the age range of patrons? (Optional)
Early childhood
Youth
Young adults
Seniors
Family friendly
All ages
Other
Which of these communities do you primarily serve? Please select all the options that feel right to you, or describe your own.
Cultural heritage communities
Latin American / Latino / Hispanic
Caribbean
Cambodian
African or African diaspora
Asian
Indian / South Asian
Middle Eastern or North African
Greek American
Irish American
Italian American
Polish American
Other
Language communities
Spanish-speaking communities
Khmer-speaking communities
Hindi-speaking communities
Hatian-Creole-speaking communities
Portuegese-speaking communities
Arabic-speaking communities
Other
Community affiliations:
Disability community
LGBTQIA+ community
Faith-based or spiritual community
Arts and creative communities
Neighborhood or local community groups
Hobby or interest-based communities
Other
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This section is for artists, makers, creatives, and cultural workers.
Are you an artist, maker, creative, and/or cultural worker currently living in Lynn?
Yes
No
Are you an artist, maker, creative, and/or cultural worker currently working in Lynn?
Yes
No
Do you work full or part time as an artist or creative professional?
I am full-time freelancer in the arts and culture sector
I work full-time as an artist or creative professional
I work part-time as an artist or creative professional
I have a full-time job outside the creative field and sustain my own artistic practice separately from my employment
Other
Do you work in the arts and culture sector in a capacity other than artist (e.g., teacher, technician, administrator, volunteer)? If yes, please specify under "other"
This does not apply to me
Other
I work in the arts and culture sector in some other capacity, but not as an artist (e.g., teacher, technician, administrator, volunteer).
Community arts (e.g. public art ,creative placemaking, socially engaged art)
Craft arts (e.g. pottery, glass,jewelry and metalwork, craft woodworking, textiles, printmaking)
Dance and movement arts (e.g. dance,dance theatre, expressive movement, choreography in all genres)
Design arts (e.g. fashion, graphic,industrial, interior, architecture)
Dramatic arts, except film/TV (e.g.stage acting, voice acting, puppetry, directing, stage management, stageproduction including sets, props, costumes, lighting, sound, and related)
Film and media arts (e.g. all filmand television genres, audio-based media arts (including podcasts), digitalstorytelling, virtual- or augmented-reality, immersive design, interactivedigital media)
Literary arts (e.g. writing in allgenres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, playwriting, screenwriting,journalism, graphic novels, publishing)
Music and sound arts (e.g. singing,instrumental music in all genres, composing, remixing (including DJing), soundengineering)
Tech support for arts (e.g.conservation, support services, equipment sales and rentals)
Visual arts (e.g. installation,drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, fiber, collage, mixed media)
Event producer
Culinary Arts
Making or repairing household items
Tailors Interior designers
Carpenters and/or furniture designers
Other
Number of years you have been workingin a creative capacity
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5-10 years
10-15 years
15-20 years
20+ years
Prefer not to say
Approximately what was your total income in 2025?
$0 – $19,999
$20,000 – $34,999
$35,000 – $54,999
$55,000 – $84,999
$85,000 - $139,999
$140,000 – $399,999
$200,000 or more
Prefer not to say
Have you received any revenue from your creative practice in the last year?
Yes
No
What % of your income is from creative work?
How did you earn revenue from your arts or creative work in the last three years? (Select all that apply)
Commissions, grants or contracts forcreative work or services
Full or part-time employment in your creative field (except teaching)
Teaching a creative practice
Residencies or fellowships
Revenue from live events (exhibitions, performances, tours)
Royalties and licensing fees
Sales of creative products
Sales of merchandise (shirts, prints etc.)
Speaker or consulting fees (including for writing/research)
Other
In what kind of space do you primarily create and/or perform your artistic work?
In my home
In a private studio or workspace outside my home (dedicated to my art or creative enterprise)
In a shared studio or workspace outside my home (shared with other artists or creative enterprises)
In a presentation space (performancevenue, museum, gallery, etc.)
Other
Is your workspace or main performance venue in Lynn?
Yes
Other
Do you rent or own your creative work or presentation space? (select all that apply)
Rent
Own
I do not have creative space
Other
Is your revenue from the creative practice enough to afford your creative space?
Always
Sometimes
Never
What is the geographic location or area in which you primarily present and/or sell your artistic work?
In Lynn
In the North Shore
In Boston
In the Greater Boston region
Outside of the Greater Boston region
Other
What arts and cultural assets in Lynn do you value and/or use the most?
What support do you need for your creative work?
What are the biggest challenges to your creative work?
What resources would you like to see more in the community? Please check all that apply.
Arts or Cultural Businesses (individual artists, specialty shops, specialty restaurants)
Arts or Cultural Festivals in private and public/open spaces
History Museums
Art Galleries
Arts or Cultural Markets in private and public/openspaces
Programs/Classes - Various Artistic Disciplines
Programs/Classes - Specifically for Children and Families
Artist Work Studio Spaces (production, manufacturing)
Artist Live/Work Spaces
Film / cinema
Rehearsal Spaces for music or dance
Performance spaces for performing arts (music, dance, theater)
Cultural walking or biking tours
Cross promotion
Collaborative events
Affordable retail spaces for rent by creative businesses
Support for marketing/driving customers to small creative businesses/local artists
Artistic trainings for artists/creatives
Business trainings for artists/creatives
Are there are resources not listed above that you would like to see in Lynn?
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"Arts and culture" means all the ways we express ourselves and share our interests, identity, and heritage. This includes music, art, food, festivals, block parties, games, sports, dance, crafts, library programs, neighborhood events, and more.
Do you feel connected to arts and culture in Lynn?
Very connected
Somewhat connected
Not very connected
Not at all connected
How do you participate in Lynn’s cultural life? Select all that apply.
I attend arts and culture activities and events
I do art as a hobby
I take classes in Lynn (arts, dance, music, etc.)
I am an artist
I am an arts educator
I am a student in a creative or artistic field (attending high school or college)
I own a small business in Lynn
I work for a community-based organization (nonprofit) serving Lynn
I own or work for a cultural or creative business
I am a volunteer that supports arts and culture organizations, events, activities, etc.
I go to Lynn restaurants and bakeries, including those that serve traditional or international foods
I participate in outdoor recreation or fitness groups
Other
How often do you participate in arts and cultural activities in Lynn?
Weekly
Monthly
A few times a year
Never
What is something about the arts and culture scene in Lynn you enjoy?
In the past 12 months, have you attended any of these events in Lynn?
Rows
Yes
No
attended an arts/cultural, ethnic, or heritage festival in Lynn
visited an art gallery or museum in Lynn
attended a live performance in Lynn (including school performances)
visited the library
you or a family member took an arts or culture-related class (visual, performance, music, crafts, or language) in Lynn
Visit a Lynn business or restaurant connected to a specific culture or heritage
hosted an arts or cultural event -even if informal (like a block party)
Where do you go to get information about things to do and events happening in Lynn? Check off all that are true.
Friends, family, or neighbors
Local newspapers (Daily Item, La Voz, etc)
Facebook groups or pages
Instagram
TikTok
Reddit
Email newsletters
Directly on businesses' website
Flyers, posters, or banners around the city
Radio, local TV, or cable (ie, Lynn Community Television)
Faith community (church, religious center)
Lynn City Hall's Spanish WhatsApp Channel
Other
If you participated in any other arts and culture activities in Lynn that were not listed, what were they?
What types of activities do you want to do more of in Lynn?
On a scale of 1-5, how likely are you to recommend downtown Lynn as an arts or cultural destination to family or friends?
Do NOT Recommend
1
2
3
4
Strongly Recommend
5
1 is Do NOT Recommend, 5 is Strongly Recommend
If there is anything that makes it difficult for you to access or participate in arts and culture, please describe those barriers:
What kind of arts and cultural resources would you like to see more of in Lynn?
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If there is anything else you would like to share with us about your thoughts, wants, or needs around arts and culture in Lynn, please do so here:
What is your age?
0-13
13-17
18-24
25-34
45-54
55-64
64+
Prefer not to say
What is the highest level of school you have completed?
Less than high school diploma
High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET)
Some college, no degree
Associate degree
Bachelor's degree
Advanced degree (Masters, Doctoral, or Professional)
What is your gender identity?
Female
Male
Trans or non-binary
Prefer not to say
Other
Which of these communities are you part of? Please choose ALL the options that feel right to you or describe your own.
Latin American / Latino / Hispanic
Caribbean
Cambodian
African or African diaspora
Asian
Indian / South Asian
Middle Eastern or North African
Greek American
Irish American
Italian American
Polish American
Other
Which of these communities are you part of? Please choose ALL the options that feel right to you or describe your own.
Spanish-speaking communities
Khmer-speaking communities
Hindi-speaking communities
Hatian-Creole-speaking communities
Portuegese-speaking communities
Arabic-speaking communities
Other
Which of these communities are you part of? Please choose ALL the options that feel right to you or describe your own.
Disability community
LGBTQIA+ community
Faith-based or spiritual community
Arts and creative communities
Neighborhood or local community groups
Hobby or interest-based communities
Other
If you would like to share your contact information so we can stay in touch about this project, please do so here.
First and Last Name
Email Address
Website (if applicable)
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