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Welcome to the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
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.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Extended Hours:
*Open Later on Select Saturdays and also on Sundays when a program is occurring.
Contact Us
ESB MACC Building Now Open!
The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center building is now open to the public! The reopening date was June 6, 2026. View the Grand Reopening page for more details.
Please visit our Event Calendar and follow us on social media @ESBMACC for program locations and dates.
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance please contact (512) 974-3917 or Relay Texas 7-1-1.
La Ciudad de Austin se compromete a cumplir con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades. Se proporcionarán modificaciones razonables y acceso equitativo a las comunicaciones a pedido. Para obtener ayuda, llame al (512) 974-3914 o al Relay Texas 7-1-1.
Day of the Dead 2026
Thank you for joining us for our annual Day of the Dead Celebration on November 1st! Everyone's contribution to this event was heartfelt and special. From the folks who created beautiful ofrendas in honor of the deceased, to the art vendors, volunteers, musicians, dancers, and all the participants! Special thanks to the MACC staff for putting on such a full, lively, and joyful event. If you attended, please upload your photos to social media and tag @ESBMACC!
The ESB MACC Is Now Open!
The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center is open to the public! Here are some ways you can participate at the newly renovated ESB MACC. Welcome back! Bienvenidos!
- Visit the Galleries! Our exhibits page contains more information. Gallery hours are Mon-Fri 10:00am-9:00pm, and Saturdays from 10:00am-4:00pm. Check in at the Main Reception.
- Attend a Program! Check out our Event Calendar, which lists all of our upcoming programs. Once you participate in a program, take the program survey to tell us what you liked, what can be improved, and what other programs you would be interested in attending!
- Book a Tour! If you're interested in a guided tour, fill out our Tour Request Form. For more information, call the ESB MACC at 512-974-3772.
Access to the MACC
Parking Lot
At our parking lot, pay the meter for general parking (PARK ATX App or payment Kiosk). If you're coming specifically to visit the MACC, get a free parking pass at the Main Reception. The MACC parking lot is closed to the public during large events.
Gate Access
If any "Puertas" or gated entrances are locked during operating hours, you can still visit the MACC during operating hours. Just walk around the MACC fence to Puerta 3, the "Gran Entrada" or main entrance, for access.
Entrance from Parking Lot/ Rainey Street (by car)
- Park in any space except those marked for staff only. Accessible and electric vehicle parking available.
Walk in at Puerta 3 or Puerta 4 which are the closest. The gate may be closed but unlocked. - Check in at the "Main Reception" curved glass window- in very middle of the building, first floor. Staff will give you a parking pass for your car and access to the galleries and/or program rooms.
Entrance from Hike and Bike Trail (by foot/ bicycle)
- Puerta 1 and Puerta 7 (gate entrances) are the main access points from the trail. Puerta 1 has stairs. Puerta 7 has a ramp- ideal for wheelchairs and strollers. Both Puertas have bike racks. Please park your bike outside the gate and lock it. If you bring your bike into the MACC plaza, please walk it. There are pedestrians and children on the plaza.
Upcoming Events
View More Events- On Exhibit
The ESB-MACC is now open to the public, and we encourage folks to explore all of our galleries and exhibits on view! Exhibits are always free to view.
- Events
We are proud to produce host annual and every-day events, work with community organizations and partnerships and co-produce collaborations that are free and open to the public. View our event calendar!
- Educational Programs
We provide a variety of cultural arts classes and camps for adults and youth. Learn more about our educational programs!
- Caminos Teen Leadership Program
The ESB MACC 's Caminos program empowers Austin-area teens to carve their own path in the creative arts.
- Latino/a/e Artist Access Program
The Latino/a/e Artist Access Program (LAAP) provides Latino/a/e artists from all artistic disciplines the space and community to share their work with the public. Space can be used for rehearsals, performances, workshops or to create small-scale works of art. The ESB-MACC is proud to promote the events and programs of these talented artists. Get more details!
- Rentals and Reservations
THE ESB MACC IS NOT ACCEPTING RENTALS AT THIS TIME. The ESB MACC building is undergoing the Phase 2 expansion and renovation, so we are unable to host rentals until we re-open to the public.
The expansion of the MACC into Phase 2, construction updates, when will the MACC reopen, FAQ about the ESB MACC, Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
Facility Expansion Plan Phase 2
The ESB MACC's Phase 2 of the 2018 Facility Expansion Plan (2018 Plan) approved by City Council. Phase 2 includes expansion and renovation of the facility in addition to site improvements in order to meet the growing needs of the community.
The ESB MACC reopened to the public on June 6th. Learn more about the MACC Reopening
FAQs about Expansion Phase 2
If you would like to host a program, email MACCEVENTS@austintexas.gov and tell us about your program. You can find out more information about collaborations on the Collaboration Request page.
Visitors to the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Pocket Park, or ESB MACC Pocket Park, might have notice a few changes to the park since 2024.
The current project at 64 Rainey Street is a temporary park improvement. The improved space features donated park furniture from Canvus. The ESB-MACC Caminos students painted the furniture with murals in Spring 2025. This was seen as an opportunity to activate the space until construction on the permanent park begins.
For more information on the previous community engagement process for this park, read more here: MACC Pocket Park | AustinTexas.gov