Coverage

Norwich approves second $500,000 grant for arts programs 
By Claire Bessette, Publication: The Day, January 8, 2023

The local arts and culture sector pushed through the pandemic and a racial reckoning. Now they’re trying to heal. The Day 12.6.22
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, December 6, 2022

Cultural institutions and collaboration – Editorial The Day 12.10.22
Editorial, The Day, December 10, 2022

Helping the arts survive — and thrive
By Linda Lemmon, Publication: Putnam Town Crier & Northeast Ledger, August 15, 2022

ARPA funding announced for arts and culture projects
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, June 21, 2022

Plan to use COVID-19 recovery grants for Norwich arts programs unveiled
By Claire Bessette, Publication: The Day, March 21, 2022

‘Fragile yet resilient’ arts and culture sector looks toward sustainability through pandemic
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, March 15, 2022

Cultural Coalition names Norwich arts and culture coordinator, works on ARPA funding
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, January 1, 2022

Cultural Coalition announces new regional coordinator 
The Day, October 28, 2021

Think your non-profit is locally tax exempt? Don’t assume so. 
By Lisa McGinley, Publication: The Day, October 24, 2021

In The Galleries ‘Peace in Nature’ on display at airport 
The Day, September 20, 2021

Norwich arts groups must work together to apply for COVID-19 recovery grants 
By Clair Bessette, Publication: The Day, September 10, 2021

Region celebrates Make Music Day 
By Sarah Gordon, Publication: The Day, June 21, 2021

Make Music Day hosts dozens of performances Monday 
By Rick Koster, Publication: The Day, June 18, 2021

New mental health program to launch for arts workforce in eastern Connecticut
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, February 17, 2021

State investment in tourism urged by industry leaders, elected officials in southeastern Connecticut
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, February 11, 2020

Candidates mull how to help arts organizations in pandemic recovery
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, October 20, 2020

Norwich foundation creates fund to help arts, cultural organizations
By Claire Bessette, Publication: The Day, August 6, 2020

Arts and culture industry needs relief
Op-Ed by Executive Director Wendy Bury, Publication: The Day, July 12, 2020

Cultural Coalition launches economic recovery fund
Brief, Publication: The Day, June 23, 2020

Connecticut arts, culture and tourism advocates push for more payroll loan flexibility
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, May 27, 2020

Can arts and culture venues accommodate social distancing and survive
Editorial Board, Publication: The Day, May 5, 2020

Local arts and cultural organizations facing financial fallout from COVID closures
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, March 24,2020

Investing in the Connecticut Experience
Op-Ed By Executive Director Wendy Bury, Publication: The Day, February 16,2020

What Lamont’s Budget Recommendations Say About Business and Workforce Development
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, February 7, 2020

New London Arts Council Launches
Briefs, Publication: The Day, January 17, 2020

Editorial – A Council For Artists, A Cultural District For New London
Editorial Board, Publication: The Day, August 29, 2019

New London Takes Step Toward Formation of Arts Council – The Day
By Greg Smith, Publication: The Day, August 23, 2019

Singin’ in the rain- Damp weather couldn’t derail Make Music Day in New London
By Rick Koster, Publication: The Day, June 21, 2019

SE Connecticut hosts live tunes aplenty on second Make Music Day
By Rick Koster, Publication: The Day, June 21, 2019

What are the budgetary and legislative impact on arts, culture and tourism?
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, June 19, 2019

Make Music Day to ring in summer with hundreds of live free concerts in Connecticut
By Chip McCabe, Publication: Hartford Courant, June 17, 2019

With new Chamber partnership Cultural Coalition honors local boosters of arts and culture
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, March 27, 2019

Conference Provides Roadmaps for Arts Organizations to Thrive
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, December 4, 2018

Cultural Coalition To Hold Second Thrive Conference
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, November 15, 2018

North Stonington Hosts A Get-To-Know-You Gathering for Region’s Arts and Cultural Groups
By Ryan Blessing, Publication: The Westerly Sun, September 27, 2018

First Norwich Harbor Sunset Cruise Sold Out
By Clair Bessette, Publication: The Day, August 13, 2018

Gubernatorial hopefuls Discuss Issues Facing the Arts Sector
By Mary Biekert, Publication: The Day, July 31, 2018

Courtney Meets with Local Arts, Cultural Officials
By Rick Koster, Publication: The Day, July 30, 2018

Local Disability Group Clients’ Art Adorns Groton Airport
By Martha Shanahan, Publication: The Day, July 25, 2018

Musicians, venues across the region to take part in Thursday’s Make Music Day
By Rick Koster, Publication: The Day, June 17, 2018

June 21 is Make Music Day around the world — and now in our region
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, April 27, 2018

Workshop Serves as Call to Action on Nonprofit Diversity
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, March 6, 2018

Summit Focuses on Health Benefits of Arts Programming
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, February 2, 2018

Group seeks to to assess ‘cultural landscape’ in Southeastern Connecticut – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, January 30, 2018

Summit at Mashantucket Pequot Museum to explore intersection of arts, health
By Nancy Burns-Fusaro, Publication: Westerly Sun, January 29, 2018

Summit Seeks to Connect Arts, Health Professionals
DayExtra, January 2, 2018

Survey Communicates Impact of Local Arts Organizations on Economy
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, November 30, 2017

Why Arts And Culture Matter
By Kristina Newman-Scott, Publication: The Day, November 26, 2017

The Arts Have Sweet News For The Economy
By Lisa McGinley, Publication: The Day, November 26, 2017

Officials Hope Murals Will Decrease Crime, Boost Tourism in Jewett City
By Stephanie Menders, Publication: Norwich Bulletin, October 22, 2017

Survey Measures Economic Impact of Local Arts Organizations
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, October 11, 2017

Cultural Coalition Hosts Thursday River Tours
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, August 28, 2017

A Partner For New London Public Schools
Publication: The Day, Published August 27, 2017

Southeastern Connecticut, Meet Your New Neighbors
Editorial: The Day, Published August 13, 2017

Cultural Connections Is New Directory Of Organizations And Individuals
Publication: The Day, Published August 6, 2017

Focus Groups Aim To Keep Electric Boat Workers In The Area
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, August 1, 2017

With Roundtables, Cultural Coalition Aims For Regional Focus   
By Erica Moser, Publication: The Day, Published June 29, 2017

Press Release- Cultural Coalition Elects Six New Board Members

Cultural Coalition Elects Six Directors
Publication: The Day, Published June 27, 2017

‘Creative’ Thinking
By Lisa McGinley, Publication: The Day, Published June 18, 2017

Creative Conference Creates Buzz in New London
Publication: The Day, Published June 8, 2017

Cultural Coalition Awarded $20,000 Grant
Publication: The Day, Published March 8, 2017

Performing Arts InterSECT at NFA showcases region’s talent Norwich Bulletin
By Ryan Blessing, Publication: Norwich Bulletin, Published March 19, 2017

Performance, brochure highlight area groups
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, Published March 4, 2017

Arts And Culture Groups Told To Dare Greatly
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published December 6, 2016

Coalition Releases Survey Results- What businesses and recreation would EB employees like in New London
Publication: The Day, November 16, 2016

Coalition Announces Arts Grants
Publication: The Day, September 20, 2016

New London to Host Creative Economy Conference
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published September 20, 2016

Innovation Place initiative garners suppport – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published September 1, 2016

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy meets with Cultural Coalition
Cultural Coalition, August 19, 2016

Nonprofit arts groups receive $161,000 in state grants
The Day, Published July 21, 2016

Young leaders to be focus of cultural summit Connecticut
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published July 12, 2016

The Day – Cultural coalition names four to board – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published July 5, 2016

Regional Council: Coast Guard Museum should be in downtown New London
By Kimberly Drelich, Publication: The Day, Published June 23, 2016

The Day – Historic houses join together to have a bigger impact – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, Published May 31, 2016

Connecting arts organizations with schools – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, Published February 24, 2016

Passero touched on three major topics — economic development, quality of life and education — during a keynote address in what was the first in a series of roundtable discussions hosted by the Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition.
By Greg Smith, Publication: The Day, Published January 14, 2016

The Day – Coalition seeks to create New London economic development roundtable
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published November 19, 2015

The Day – Creativity leads to economic benefits, panel says
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published September 29, 2015

The Day – Cultural Coalition: Advocating and connecting – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, Published August 1, 2015

The Day – Norwich launches arts and marketing plan – News from southeastern Connecticut
By Claire Bessette, Publication: The Day, Published June 7, 2015

Norwich Arts Promotion Plan Coming Together; New London Next To Get Plan
By Claire Bessette, Publication: The Day, Published April 22, 2015

Cultural Coalition Testifies in Hartford Re: Governor’s Budget
March 2, 2015 (SCCC Testimony Governor’s HB 6824 – Final)

Cultural Coalition Leader Helps Harness Ideas
By Adam Benson, Publication: Norwich Bulletin, Published March 2, 2015

Norwich Discusses Arts Scene Improvements
By Claire Bessette, Publication: The Day, Published February 11, 2015

Norwich Arts Workshop Draws Nearly 40 To Help Develop Marketing Plan
By Adam Benson, Publication: Norwich Bulletin, Published February 11, 2015

Building Culture: The SECT Cultural Coalition is Getting to Work
By Mary Jane Fine, Publication: Norwich Magazine, Published November 1, 2014

Cultural Summit on Tap in Waterford with Grant Funding as Topic
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published on October 6, 2014

Community Foundation Announces $2.2 million in Grants
By Lee Howard, Publication: The Day, Published on May 31, 2014

Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition receives $28,000
Publication: The Day, Published on May 24, 2014

Formation of Cultural Coalition Completes a 2011 CEDS Recommendation
By SECTER’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)

Onward: Cultural Coalition Elects Leadership, Seeks Input
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, Published February 01. 2014

Local Arts Leaders to Develop Cultural Coalition
By Kristina Dorsey, Publication: The Day, Published March 15. 2013