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Rural Texas Arts and Culture Network: Building Visibility and Connection for Rural Arts Leaders

Meg Greene of MindPop joins Small Town Big Arts to discuss the Rural Texas Arts and Culture Network, a vital resource addressing the unique challenges facing rural arts organizations across Texas. In this conversation, we explore why rural arts programs need dedicated support systems and how the network creates crucial visibility for organizations that often operate in isolation. Meg explains how the network functions as both a discovery platform—helping funders find and learn about rural arts programs—and a connection space where arts leaders can share resources, strategies, and support. For arts administrators in small towns and rural communities, this episode offers insights into building sustainable networks that address the real needs of cultural organizations outside urban centers. About the Guest: Meg Greene leads the Rural Texas Arts and Culture Network initiative at MindPop. Resources: Rural Texas Arts and Culture Network: https://texasruralarts.org/ About Small Town Big Arts: Small Town Big Arts focuses on education and support for community cultural institutions, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Host Geoff Kershner serves as program director for the Small-Town Arts and Rural Arts Network (SARA) pilot program through Randolph College in partnership with the Virginia Commission for the Arts.