Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center

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The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) is dedicated to the preservation, creation, presentation, and promotion of Mexican American cultural arts and heritage. The Center is a resource for the community and visitors to learn and participate in classes and programs that will foster a meaningful understand and appreciation of not only Mexican American, but also Native American, Chicano, and other Latino cultures. The programs and educational curriculum include areas of visual art, theatre, dance, literature, music, language arts, and multi-media. Sign up for our Newsletter!

Exhibits
Our Center houses two gallery spaces, featuring local, regional, and national Latino/a artists. Admission is always free and tours available by advanced request.

Events
We are proud to produce annual signature events and collaborations with Latino arts organizations. All events are free and open to the public.

Education Department
We provide a variety of cultural arts classes and camps for adults and youth. Call (512) 974-3785 and/or fax (512) 974-3777. Click here to view program photos.

Rentals and Reservations
We offer various rental spaces. All rentals must be public and serve the cultural, educational, artistic, or civic purpose of the ESB-MACC.

Get Involved
We offer numerous volunteer, employment, and collaboration opportunities throughout the year.

ESB-MACC Advisory Board
PURPOSE: Advise the City Council on the establishment and operation of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center. Cooperate with any civic and volunteer groups organized to foster, promote, and sponsor the ESB-MACC. Section 2-1-162 of the City Code.

The Latino Arts Residency Program is a developmental program for Latino arts organizations and artists in all disciplines that provide quality arts and cultural programming to the Austin community and the Extra Territorial Jurisdiction.