Michael J. Bobbitt

Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council and former creative performer, discusses the importance of integrating arts into public policy. He emphasizes the need for artists and institutions to collaborate with government for community improvement. Bobbitt shares insights on the Massachusetts arts prescribing program, which connects arts to healthcare benefits. He also advocates for arts leaders to engage with legislators and foster cross-sector partnerships to enhance the sector's political power and visibility.