The idea of establishing a cultural facility for Latino/a artists and the community emerged in the early 1970s.
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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 the cultural arts of Mexican Americans and Latino cultures.
On Exhibit
Our center houses two galleries, featuring local, regional and national Latino/a artists. Admission is free and tours available by request.
Events, Programs, and Services
We are proud to produce our annual events, work with community organizations and partnerships and co-produce collaborations with Latino organizations that are free and open to the public. Download a collaboration request form here. LARP is a developmental program for Latino arts organizations and artists in all disciplines that provide arts and cultural programming to the Austin community. ESB-MACC is proud to promote the events and programs of these talented artist.
Education and Programs
We provide a variety of cultural arts classes and camps for adults and youth. Call (512) 974-3785 and/or fax (512) 974-3777.
CAMINOS: Teen Leadership Program
The ESB-MACC has a program to empowering Austin-area teens to carve their own path in the creative arts.
Rentals & Reservations
We offer various rental spaces. All rentals must be public and serve the cultural, educational, artistic, or civic purpose of the ESB-MACC.
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Admission is always free to both of our galleries as well as ESB-MACC events. Some performances through the Latino Arts Residency Program may have an associated fee.
Free Parking is available to guests attending our programs, galleries and special events. A temporary parking pass is available in the main office.
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