

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Why invest in local culture? | MIMA, Middlesbrough
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 06:15 pm – Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join CIMA for this first-of-a-kind event at MIMA to  engage in a discussion about the relationship between culture, place and public value.About this EventCIMA is proud to host our first major Middlesbrough event — a special evening bringing together CIMA Members, Students and the wider professional community for an immersive cultural and economic conversation at one of the North East’s most influential cultural institutions.Hosted at MIMA - Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art - a leader in contemporary art and civic impact, this event explores how culture drives economic growth, strengthens communities, and shapes prosperous, confident regions — a topic of significant relevance to finance professionals, business leaders, and anyone invested in Tees Valley’s future.Why attend?This event is designed to offer professional insight, local relevance, and genuinely inspiring perspectives, including:⭐ Exclusive talk from Dr Laura Sillars Director of MIMA and Dean of Culture &amp; Creativity at Teesside University — one of the UK’s most respected cultural leaders, with a global career spanning New York, Detroit, Busan, London and beyond.⭐ A powerful discussion on the economic value of culture: Hear how the Turner Prize in Middlesbrough is delivering economic return, brand visibility, place-making and long-term regional confidence — and what this means for decision-makers in finance and business.⭐ Networking with impact: Connect with CIMA Members, finance professionals, local leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives and community partners — building cross-sector relationships that matter.⭐ Behind-the-scenes access to the  exhibition:How might artists shape the future of a place, and what do we desire for that future? The Tees Valley grew, took shape and influenced the world through centuries of movement. It has become home to generations of people and to communities of artists. MIMA’s new exhibition Desire Lines: Art, Place &amp; Possibilities outlines a vividly creative past and calls out to hopes for the centuries ahead.The exhibition begins with a visual map, tracing histories of creativity in the Tees Valley. Developed by James Beighton with MIMA and designed by Jo Deans, the map revisits the work A History of Teesside Art from MIMA’s 2015-16  exhibition.Who should attend?CIMA Members &amp; StudentsFinance professionals &amp; analystsBusiness owners &amp; managersEntrepreneurs &amp; innovatorsPublic sector leadersCommunity &amp; cultural partnersAnyone passionate about Middlesbrough’s futureGetting there:MIMA are currently developing their garden so you need to make the short walk and follow the building to our front entrance.Parking information: in Centre Square, TS1 2AZ, offers a dedicated pay-and-display car park at the rear of MIMA, operated by Middlesbrough Council. Rates are typically around £1.90 per hour (Mon-Sat, 8am-6pm). Five disabled bays are available, with free parking for Blue Badge holders. Ring Go app is 4103.Agenda?: 06:15 PM - 07:00 PMArrival, registration, refreshmentsInfo: Complimentary tea, coffee &amp; finger buffet available for attendees.?: 07:00 PM - 07:05 PMWelcome address by Chris Moody CGMA, ACMA?: 07:05 PM - 07:35 PMTalk: Why invest in local culture?Host: Dr Laura SillarsInfo: Dr Sillars will discuss the economic, cultural and social impact of Middlesbrough hosting the Turner Prize, and MIMA’s role within Teesside University in supporting creativity, place-making and regional growth.?: 07:35 PM - 07:45 PMComfort break?: 07:45 PM - 08:15 PMTalks &amp; tours of 'Desire Lines: Art, Place &amp; Possibilities'Host: Helen Welford Info: How might artists shape the future of a place, and what do we desire for that future? The Tees Valley grew, took shape and influenced the world through centuries of movement. It has become home to generations of people and to communities of artists. MIMA’s new exhibition Desire Lines: Art, Place &amp; Possibilities outlines a vividly creative past and calls out to hopes for the centuries ahead.?: 08:15 PM - 09:00 PMNetworking with drinksInfo: Complimentary alcoholic &amp; non-alcoholic drinks available for attendees.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/middlesbrough/why-invest-in-local-culture-|-mima-middlesbrough/100001981423694609
- **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, business, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Middlesbrough
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: MIMA
- **lat**: 54.574448
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- **full address**: MIMA, Centre Square, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 06:15 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** MIMA, Centre Square, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 20 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** AICPA & CIMA
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, exhibitions, business, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Why invest in local culture? | MIMA, Middlesbrough ?
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