State's attractions suffer during recession

Angela Mapes Turner, The Journal Gazette

aturner@jg.net

Indiana's tourist attractions are suffering because of shrinking tax dollars and endowments, even though local travel remains a popular affordable pastime for families.

A report released this week by Ball State University's Center for Business and Economic Research found that state and local governments and endowments are significantly reducing support for the cultural sector, but the recession's effects will be alleviated somewhat by steady attendance.