WEST CHESTER, PA (December 19, 2023) – Five arts, cultural, and historical organizations in Chester County were awarded funding to support their operations, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said today.

“Our local arts and cultural organizations are bouncing back from the impacts of the pandemic and these grants will help ensure that they continue to do so,” said Comitta, who serves on the Senate Arts and Culture Caucus. “From local theatres to drama groups to centers for artistic expression, investments in our arts and cultural organizations contribute to our economy, offer educational opportunities, and add to the overall great quality of life in Chester County.”

Funding for organizations in the 19th Senatorial District is as follows:

  • $10,897 for the Chester County Art Association.
  • $37,764 for the Chester County History Center.
  • $13,414 for Historic Sugartown.
  • $10,650 for Revival Productions.
  • $49,950 for the Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center.

The funding was awarded through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s Arts and Culture Recovery Program.

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