NALAC Research and Insights
Welcome to our Research and Insights page. Below, you can explore our reports that highlight data trends and share our analysis of the thriving Latinx/é arts field. This page archives past research, lessons learned, and shares updates about current research priorities.
Announcing ‘A Mirror and a Map’ Research Report and Website
NALAC proudly announces the release of our research report, “A Mirror and a Map: Nurturing Organizational Realities and Navigating Change among Latinx/é Arts and Culture Organizations,” and an accompanying website. From insight to implementation, NALAC’s new research, toolkit, and website equip arts and cultural leaders to shape what comes next. We invite you to explore the Mirror and a Map website to learn more.
National Latinx/é Arts & Culture Survey
In 2025, the National Latinx/é Arts & Culture Survey gathered information about arts and culture organizations founded, led by, and serving Latinx/é people across the United States and Puerto Rico. Based on survey findings, NALAC is developing resources, including an interactive digital toolkit intended to assist arts and cultural organizations in their advocacy efforts. More information about the Survey results and toolkit will be available in Spring 2026.
Learn more about the National Latinx/é Arts & Culture Survey!
NALAC Selected for National Arts Research Initiative by The Wallace Foundation
NALAC is honored to be selected as one of the Wallace Foundation’s newly announced grantees. The awarded organizations will conduct research on issues relevant to the well-being of arts organizations of color and the communities they serve.
34 Years of Service - 2023 NALAC Impact Report
At the heart of NALAC’s mission is our commitment to investing in Latinx/é cultural communities. As our impact report illustrates, our efforts have profoundly impacted artists and arts organizations, creating opportunities for their career and organizational growth, professional and organizational development, and greater recognition on a national and international scale.
A Glimpse into the NALAC Research Collection
Our research activities focus on national, state, and local aspects of Latinx/é artistic and cultural production as a means of understanding the social value of these activities.
Advancing Collaboration – The Houston Research Initiative
In 2016, NALAC produced the Houston Research Initiative to survey and assess the state of the local ecosystem of Latinx/é arts and cultural communities. With generous support from Houston-based donors, artists, and cultural organizations, our report was released on September 14, 2018, during the inaugural “Latino Arts Day in Houston.”
Propose & Participate
Research Opportunities: We believe in the power of research to catalyze change. Whether it’s a qualitative study, quantitative analysis, or a combination of both, we love exploring different avenues of study. Our research activities inform policy and funding decisions while celebrating the creativity and cultural richness of our Latinidades. Contact us if you have a research proposal, project idea, or partnership opportunity related to Latinx arts and cultures! We look forward to collaborating with you to celebrate Latinx/é arts and cultures in the years to come.
