Art, History, and Culture Abound in Covington County

No matter what your interests may be, Alabama’s culture and arts scene has something for everyone, and Covington County’s offerings shine exceptionally bright. World-class ballet performances, art galleries, history tours, and art walks are just a few ways you can fill a Friday night or relaxing Sunday afternoon.

Covington County knows the arts are beneficial for the economy, too. According to the National Governor Association’s Rural Prosperity Through The Arts & Creative Sector: A Rural Action Guide For Governors And States” (2019):

A robust body of research shows that the creative sector can help state economies thrive. The arts, culture, and creative sectors contribute to a productive business climate, a diversified economic base, a competitive workforce, a desirable quality of life, and an innovation habitat. Such effects have long been documented in urban environments, but a growing body of research points to the power of the creative sector to drive prosperity in rural settings, too . . . the creative sector is providing real economic benefits to America’s rural places.