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LANCASTER CULTURAL COUNCIL
Community Survey
1.
Which of the following best describes you?
Lancaster resident
Business owner
Artist/performer
Educator
Parent/caregiver
Student
Other
2.
What age range are you in?
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
3.
How long have you lived or worked in the community?
Less than a year
1-5 years
6-10 years
More than 10 years
I don't live here but I attend events here
4.
How aware are you of current arts, cultural, and community programs in our area?
Extremely aware
Very aware
Somewhat aware
Not so aware
Not at all aware
5.
What types of events or programs have you attended in the past year? (Check all that apply)
Live music
Theater or film screenings
Visual art exhibits
Classes or workshops
Lectures or talks
Family or children's events
Festivals or community celebrations
None
6.
Which of the following would you like to see more of in our community?
Live music or concerts
Theater, film, or performance arts
Visual arts (galleries, music, artist talks)
Classes or workshops (art, music, crafts, writing, etc.)
Educational talks or lectures
Youth or teen programming
Family-friendly events
Cultural heritage or history programs
Comedy or entertainment
Community festivals or markets
7.
Are there any specific groups you feel are underserved by current programming?
Children
Teens
Young adults
Seniors
Artists/creatives
New residents
Diverse or underrepresented communities
No, programming feels balanced
8.
What types of formats do you prefer for events and community programming?
In-person
Virtual
Hybrid (in-person + virtual)
No preference
9.
What factors most influence whether you attend an event?
Cost
Location
Time of day
Type of program
Child-friendly options
Accessibility (parking, seating, ADA access)
10.
How are you most likely to find out about events and other programming happening near you?
Social media
Mailers
Community bulletin boards
Word of mouth