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Forge ECI : East Central IN

READI Arts & Culture Plan  |  Cultural Asset Mapping  |  More...

Comprised of Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Grant, Henry, Jay, Randolph, and Wayne Counties, the region is home to 5.8% of the state’s population. Its extraordinary history and its foundation of industry, innovation, and entrepreneurship have produced some of the most well-known cultural icons in the world. The same spirit of innovation lives in this plan — helping write the next chapter of the story of East Central Indiana's contributions to Indiana and to the world. 

 

We’re not just one city. We’re a mosaic of individuals, different paths, and unique opportunities all coming together as one beautiful region. This is a place where you can be who you want to be and create a life that matters. There’s room for you in East Central Indiana. You can get involved, grow a family, open a start-up, or simply enjoy being you.

Vision 2035

The Arts are a Thriving, Vital Force shaping regional connection and resilience 

 

Downtowns — of every size — are Vibrant Cultural & Economic Hubs 

The Next Generation is Engaged, Empowered & Educated through the Arts

The Region’s Mosaic of Communities are Physically & Culturally Connected 

Cross-Sector Partnership Drives Arts & Culture Success 

The Creative Sector is Growing in Strength & Impact, because…

We Make Things Here

Forging a Creative Path for East Central Indiana

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Forge ECI

Arts & Culture Plan 

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Cultural Asset Inventory

Help us maintain the inventory as a living resource.

  1. FAQ: What is a Cultural Asset?

  2. View: Here are individual spreadsheets for each county

  3. Add: Something missing? Email Forge ECI

  4. Comment: Correct something or tell a story directly in the map

County Details

Follow each county's link to access:

  1. Community Visioning Docs

  2. Cultural Asset Inventory

  3. Participation Data

  4. Profile from the plan

  5. And more...

Blackford
Delaware
Fayette
Grant
Henry
Jay
Randolph
Wayne

Planning for a Vibrant Arts & Culture Future

Eight Counties : One Region

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