Despite Harlem being world renown for nearly a century, ARA conducted the first-ever visitor count and economic impact study of Upper Manhattan. Released by the Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone in 2000, ARA found that Upper Manhattan welcomed 434,000 out-of-town visitors (non-NYC residents) who went to an average of 1.74 different attractions per visit. Read more→
ARA helps arts, cultural tourism, and non-profit organizations understand and better serve their current and potential audiences. We provide marketers, government relations specialists, and development agencies the tools to measure their success and communicate their impact.
From boutique museums to world-class attractions, ARA works with cultural institutions and the organizations that support them. We also serve real estate, travel and tourism, media and entertainment companies who bring art and culture to a broader public.
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