Arts Council England Survey Finds Heatwaves Cut Museum Attendance
A survey conducted by Arts Council England found that 67% of cultural institutions reported reduced visitor numbers during periods of extreme heat in summer 2026. The study covered 296 cultural establishments across England. The findings link high temperatures to declining attendance at museums and other cultural venues. The survey was reported by Le Journal des Arts. The research highlights a measurable effect of heatwaves on the cultural sector in England.
Key facts
- Arts Council England conducted a survey of 296 cultural establishments.
- 67% of surveyed institutions reported a drop in attendance during summer 2026 heatwaves.
- The survey covered cultural institutions in England.
- The findings were reported by Le Journal des Arts.
- The survey addressed the impact of canicules (heatwaves) on museums.
- The affected period was the summer of 2026.
- The survey focused on cultural establishments.
- The report was published on the Le Journal des Arts website.
Entities
Institutions
- Arts Council England
- Le Journal des Arts
Locations
- England
- United Kingdom