Create Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s leading independent community cultural development organization. We are a coalition dedicated to activating and strengthening Wisconsin’s creative possibilities.
The August 11 primary is just around the corner. We’ve got consequential races in Wisconsin: all eight House of Representative seats, Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General, half of the
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE invited all 2026 legislative candidates (1/2 of the State Senate – 17 odd-numbered seats – and all 99 Assembly seats are up for election) to respond to surveys about their vision for economic growth, arts, culture, and well-being for Wisconsin residents. The answers to these surveys equip voters with clear, actionable insights, elevate the role of arts and culture in economic and community development, and ensure that Wisconsin’s creative economy is part of campaign and policy discussions statewide.
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE invited all gubernatorial candidates from the Democratic and Republican parties to respond to a four-question survey about their vision for economic growth, arts, culture, and well-being for Wisconsin residents.
Creativity in the state relies on a strong legislative framework. We advocate for policies that support Wisconsin’s creative economy, for creatives across the entire state.
We connect artists, organizations, and legislators across Wisconsin to create networks of creative action. Create Wiscosnin’s events help connect people to creativity in their area.
We strive to promote a strong culture of idea-sharing to move Wisconsin’s creative economy forward. Connect with your creative community across the state through our newsletter, job board, or at our in person events.
Whether you’re starting a small business, or thinking up a non-profit, we’re here to help. Our searchable knowledge-base can help you find the resources you need to advocate for and create your own art in Wisconsin.
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