The Creative Sector Summit is an annual statewide convening presented by and for the Massachusetts creative sector to increase cultural policy leadership, and coalition-building towards a more inclusive and equitable creative sector for all residents. The convening will feature insightful conversations and workshops to strengthen the impact and relevance of the creative and cultural sector across the Commonwealth.

The inaugural Creative Advocacy Institute was held on May 17, 2024 in Lowell. We were proud to welcome Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, State Rep. Vanna Howard, and Quanice G. Floyd as featured speakers at the first convening.

For 2025, the Creative Sector Summit theme is Meeting the Moment: Creative Advocacy and Cultural Organizing for Stronger Communities.

If you are a member of the arts and cultural community and ready to work across regions, issues, and sectors to build stronger coalitions, solidarity, and political power, this Summit is for you!

We welcome artists, creatives, cultural organizations, creative small business owners, civic and community leaders and arts and cultural supporters.

We welcome proposals for workshops, panel discussions, and participatory conversations that address our theme Meeting the Moment: Creative Advocacy and Cultural Organizing

If you are interested in leading a session or have an idea for a session topic, you can learn more and submit your proposal here.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Creative Sector Summit.

If you are interested in volunteering at the 2025 Creative Advocacy Institute, please contact us at info@mass-creative.org and we will reach out.

All volunteers are eligible for complimentary tickets to the Institute.

The Creative Sector Summit is possible thanks to support from participants and sponsors.

If you are interested in sponsoring the 2025 Creative Sector Summit, please contact info@mass-creative.org for more information.