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Benson Creative District

Let's get creative.

 Benson is now an official Creative District! 
With this designation, we hope to attract and retain creatives in the community and continue the creative spirit that keeps Benson “Good Weird.”
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Mission 
Our mission is to advance creativity and the economic vitality in the historic Benson community. 

Vision 
Our vision is to elevate artists, amplify Benson’s creative spirit, and serve as a hub for creative enterprise and expression in the Midwest. 

Values 
● Creativity. Art is Everywhere
We value the arts in all aspects of our lives; beyond visual, and immersed into schools,
businesses, community spaces, outdoors, parks, streets, alleys, etc. 

● Equity. All Are Welcome
We value diversity, inclusion, and differing ideas from all residents, stakeholders, and visitors. 

● Community. We’re Human
We value helping each other, learning from each other and providing a safe and sustainable atmosphere for all. 

● Collaboration. We’re “Tight Knit”
We value our supportive community and seek collaborative partnerships among all Benson residents and visitors. 

● Originality. We’re Original
We value grassroots ideals and hold space for all creatives to innovate freely. 

We're Hiring!

Get involved with the Benson Creative District in a big way!

We are currently hiring for the The Benson Creative District (BCD) Director full time position.

Download the PDF below for more information and how to apply!

Qualified candidates may submit a PDF copy of a cover letter, resume and three references to:
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Alex Jochim, Executive Director of BFF Omaha, at alex@bffomaha.org.
Applications must be received by August 20th (11:59pm), 2023.
bcd_director_-_job_description.pdf
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More information?

FAQs

benson_creative_district_-_faq.pdf
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Strategic Plan 2022-2027

benson_creative_district_-_strategic_plan_2022-2027.pdf
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Want to get involved? 
Have an idea?

TAKE THE ONLINE INPUT SURVEY 


Monthly Committee Meetings

Get involved with the Benson Creative District by joining a working committee!
Whatever your interests are, there's a committee for you :)
Attend the next monthly committee meeting to learn more about getting involved!

​Next Committee Meeting Date:
TBD @ the Benson Library

​Next Community Forum Date:
September 20th 5:30-6:30pm @ the Benson Library

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​Next Community Forum Date:
September 20th 5:30-6:30pm @ the Benson Library

Can't attend the Forum?
No worries - listen in via Zoom!

Zoom will go live @ 5:30pm on the 20th.

Or voice your input via the ongoing community input survey!
Listen in via Zoom
Provide online input

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At the Intersection of Community and Creativity:

Booklist provided by the
Omaha Public Library, Benson Branch

This list was created for the Benson Creative District Public Forum on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. 
reserve a book today!

visit the official BCD site

Benson Creative District Partners

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Wanna be a partner or committee member?
Give us a shout!

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