Abstract
Participatory art-based activities (e.g. dancing, drumming, painting, singing) are beneficial for individuals experiencing housing vulnerability. Less is known about how receptive arts engagement (e.g. visiting a museum) may or may not be beneficial for similar populations. In a large U. S. Midwestern city, a homelessness services provider partnered with a local arts organisation to develop an arts exposure programme for a group of individuals experiencing housing vulnerability. Using qualitative methods, including observation and focus groups, this study explored the impact of the programme on participants. Findings show most participants had prior and ongoing experiences with and interests in the arts. In focus group discussions, participants reflected on their unique access to the events, experiences of cultural resonance, and new perspectives gained from the events. These findings suggest receptive arts engagement offers similar benefits as participatory arts-based activities, including opportunities for empowerment, critical dialogues around issues of power, oppression, and privilege, and social connection. They also underscore the need for additional research in this area and increased arts accessibility for individuals experiencing housing vulnerability.
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