A Decade of General Social Survey (GSS) Data on Arts Participation

This historical guide analyzing three arts modules from the General Social Survey (GSS) over ten years to examine U.S. adults’ engagement with the arts—both in-person and online. The report tracks participation in live arts events, art exhibits, reading, art-making, and virtual engagement trends, with particular attention to demographic differences and pandemic-era shifts.

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