SMU Data Arts has named the combined area of Gaithersburg-Frederick-Rockville the seventh most vibrant arts community in the Top 20 Large Communities category. The vibrancy assessment covers aspects of supply, demand, and public support for arts and culture using a data-driven approach.
Per the City of Gaithersburg: The Gaithersburg-Frederick-Rockville community scored in the top 1% of measures related to contributed revenue and total compensation paid to those working in arts and culture. “We have a robust arts and culture program here in Gaithersburg,” says Shellie Williams, City of Gaithersburg’s Cultural Arts and Services Division Chief. “With a vibrant variety of offerings, from our annual outdoor festivals and Arts on the Green programs to our Community Museum, outdoor concerts, art gallery series, and public art installations, there’s so much to do in only 10 square miles.”
The City of Gaithersburg is home to six visual arts clubs, nine galleries, 16 art studios, and 32 public art installations. Annual seasonal events include the Gaithersburg Book Festival, Winter Lights Festival, Oktoberfest, SummerFest, Jubilation Day, and much more. Explore the City’s arts and culture programs here.
Read more about the SMU Data Arts Vibrancy Index and the full list of communities recognized here. Featured photo shows the Arts Barn in Gaithersburg, per the City.