Art is a broadening experience.
It is not mere entertainment, though it entertains. It delights by instructing - by pointing to new horizons within ourselves and to the larger world outside, by refreshing and invigorating our inner lives in ways that are every bit as necessary as meat and drink to our continued growth as fully developed human beings. That's why art has always been part of a well-rounded education. The Abilene community clearly has shown its commitment to the importance of art in our daily lives, through the support of institutions like the Grace Museum, the Abilene Philharmonic, the Cultural Affairs Council. These artistic activities are valuable not only because they're fun but also because they enrich lives and help young people make better choices.