The Nebraska State Historical Society did a study in 2011 and
published the report "Heritage Tourism in Nebraska" in 2011 or 2012.
I went to a session at MPMA in 2012 where it was presented. They did
the study specifically to look at how museums and historic sites
drive tourism and travel. As I recall they excluded things like state
parks, amusement parks, etc. 

Don't have my notes handy so can't tell you the name of the gentleman
who did the presentation.

A caption in the booklet says, "For the complete text of the Nebraska
Heritage Tourism Plan, visit the website: www.nebraskahistory.org 
Search "Heritage Tourism." 

Lisa Friedlander
Split Rock Studios

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>I am working on a grant and need information related to museums and
>their economic impact though travel/tourism.  More specifically, I am
>looking for information that addresses the impact of major
>exhibitions and their ability to attract visitors to communities. 
>Any leads would be helpful.  Thanks!
>
>Nick Nelson
>Director
>Springfield Art Museum
>1111 East Brookside Drive
>Springfield, MO 65807
>417-837-5700
>FAX: 417-837-5704
>www.springfieldmo.gov/art
>
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