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The Exchange is an annual gathering for Iowans working to enhance community and economic development through arts, culture and creativity.Attendees will come together to share ideas, discover resources and explore solutions for building stronger communities through cross-sector partnerships, placemaking and placekeeping.
The 2026 Exchange is presented in partnership with Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment (PACE) and will highlight Council Bluffs area’s recent placemaking plans, projects and events that have served as a catalyst for regional growth and development.
Key Event Details:
- Date: May 15, 2026 | 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Location: Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center – Council Bluffs, Iowa
- Registration Rate: $60/person
The Exchange features:
- Sessions led by community and economic development leaders from across Iowa who have implemented arts- and culture-focused development projects.
- Tours of current and planned projects driving local investment and community transformation.
- Networking opportunities to connect, spark new ideas and share resources.
Topics explored at previous Exchange events include:
- Building and sustaining cross-sector partnerships and visioning
- Artists as community development leaders
- Leveraging the creative sector for talent attraction and retention
- Branding and communication that highlight the creative sector
- Downtown revitalization and activation through arts and creativity
Who should attend?
- Artists and arts organizations working on community-based projects
- City and local government leaders
- Chamber, community and economic development professionals involved in placemaking or talent attraction strategies
- Tourism professionals
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Event Venue
1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501-6444, United States
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