National Arts and Humanities Month, 2016

In simple terms

President Obama proclaimed October 2016 as National Arts and Humanities Month, calling on Americans to observe it with ceremonies, activities, and programs celebrating arts and humanities. The proclamation contains no substantive policy directives, funding mechanisms, or regulatory changes.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 68287

Record & deadlines

Sep 28, 2016Signed
Signed by the President
Oct 3, 2016FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 81 FR 68287
Federal Register PDF
Oct 1, 2016
National Arts and Humanities Month observance period begins

Key directives

Proclaim October 2016 as National Arts and Humanities Month
Call upon people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs

What to expect

Immediate

Proclamation takes effect upon signing; October 2016 designated as National Arts and Humanities Month

Near term (90d)

Month-long observance during October 2016

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.