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Sign On Today to Grow Wisconsin’s Investment in Arts and Culture
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE are leading an exciting statewide effort to dramatically increase public funding for the arts and culture in Wisconsin to $2 per Wisconsin resident, in the

Creative Community Champion Award 2026
In 2026, Create Wisconsin has honored the City of Oshkosh for its exemplary concern for and investment in the city’s arts and cultural development, infrastructure, community access, and civic engagement, including outstanding long-term support in and commitment to the re-imagination and stability of The Grand Oshkosh, support for the Oshkosh Public Museum, the creation of a city department dedicated to cultural development and access, and support of the Museum, Arts and Culture Board as a public committee concerned with arts and cultural opportunities for all city residents.

Gubernatorial and Legislative Candidate Survey Results
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE invited all 2026 primary candidates for Governor and the Wisconsin Legislature to participate in a survey about their vision for economic growth, arts, culture, and well-being for Wisconsin residents. We can now share their responses as the 2026 August primary draws closer.

Creative Conversations on Advocacy and Action – Election Season 2026
The November 3 election is almost here, with the state budget season following closely behind. Create Wisconsin, as the state’s community cultural development organization, is the only independent statewide organization