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G2S Project Code: 2023-PA-93954
State: Pennsylvania
Fiscal Year: 2023
Grantee
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

Project Director
Director Name: Dana Payne
Director Phone: (717) 525-5544
Director Email: danpayne@pa.gov
General Information
Title: Folk and Traditional Arts Partners and Libraries Grants
State Project Code:
Start Date: 01/01/2024
End Date: 09/30/2024
Abstract: This program was developed support education and celebration of Pennsylvania’s diverse heritage through folk and traditional arts. The Pennsylvania Arts Council collaborated with local libraries to develop and implement quality arts programming with a focus on engaging communities through participatory folk and traditional arts programs, artist presentations, educational activities, and training for artists and library staff. Nine Partnerships across the Commonwealth.
State Goal: Libraries as Community Catalysts
Budget Information
LSTA
MATCH-State
MATCH-Other
Total
$322,106.80
$0.00
$0.00
$322,106.80
Intent(s)
Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Outreach & Partnerships
Activities
Activity Details
Title: Folk and Traditional Arts Programs
Narrative: The primary audience for these programs were children and adults of all ages, local communities, and the libraries who serve those communities. These programs were designed to share the rich cultural heritage of Pennsylvania communities through partnership with libraries who may lack the human and financial resources necessary to develop, present and sustain this specialized programming.
Intent: Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: Combined in-person & virtual


Quantity
Session length (minutes): 60
Number of sessions in program: 85
Average number in attendance per session: 19
Number of times program administered: 215


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: General


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: Yes
Specific Locations: No
Library Types
Public Libraries: 25
Academic Libraries: 0
SLAA: 0
Consortia: 0
Special Libraries: 0
School Libraries: 1
Other: 0
Question 1: I learned something by participating in this library activity.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 2: I feel more confident about what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 3: I intend to apply what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 4: I am more aware of resources and services provided by the library.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 5: I am more likely to use other library resources and services.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Project Outcomes
Project Outcomes
List any important outcomes or findings not previously reported:
Library patrons reported an increase in cultural awareness from both a historical and current perspective. Library patrons reported an increase in feeling connected to their community as well as creating new connections within their community. Additionally, library patrons provided feedback on their increased knowledge of resources; financial, educational, and other professional opportunities to individual and aspiring traditional artists for individuals and organizations. Library staff reported new community partnerships and plans for continued programming. Library staff reported an increase in program attendance as well as an increase of new library members, as a result of these programs.
Please briefly describe the importance of these outcomes and findings for future program planning:
These outcomes have promoted inclusive programming designed to highlight Pennsylvania folk and traditional arts. These programs provided experiential learning with use of many mediums, for all ages, and encouraged community engagement in equitable programming.
Explain one or two of the most significant lessons learned for others wanting to adopt any facets of this project:
Collaborative community-based relationships between organizations create a more wholistic approach to serve their community.
Do you anticipate continuing this project after the current reporting period ends:
No
Do you anticipate any change in level of effort in managing this project:
No
Explain:

Do you anticipate changing the types of activities and objectives addressed by the project:
No
Explain:

Was an evaluation conducted for this project:
No
Was a final written evaluation report produced:
No
Can the final written evaluation report be shared publicly on the IMLS website:
No
Was the evaluation conducted by project staff (either SLAA or local library) or by a third-party evaluator:
Third-Party
What data collection tools were used for any report outcomes and outputs:
Did you collect any media for the data:
What types of methods were used to analyze collected data:
Other:
How were participants (or items) selected:
What type of research design did you use to compare the value for any reported output or outcome:
Exemplary: No
Exemplary Narrative
Project Tags: Folk & Traditional Arts