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Improve cultural and recreational opportunities throughout the state

Indicator 2: Increase participation in recreation and cultural activities

Measure c: Percent Participating in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Race

Description:

2006 State Population Survey results are available for percent of respondents participating in recreational and cultural activities. This indicator provides participation rates for specific activities by race.

Percent of Participation in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Race - 2006
White Black/African-American American Indian / Alaska Native Native Hawaiian / Other API Asian
Attend a music, drama or dance performance
52%
45%
42%
44%
57%
Attend an amateur or professional sports event
52%
40%
44%
44%
43%
Visit a park or historical site
78%
60%
71%
78%
65%
Visit a zoo, fair, or amusement park
57%
51%
55%
71%
47%
Visit a museum or gallery
50%
45%
36%
41%
60%
Participant in an activity at a recreational center
46%
28%
43%
48%
55%
Use the services of a library
67%
73%
57%
67%
81%

Source:

Office of Financial Management - State Population Survey