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Welcome to the Office of Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME)

Your hub for the City of Austin’s diverse cultural initiatives.

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What is ACME?

Who we are

The City of Austin's Office of Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME) is committed to fostering a vibrant, creative ecosystem that celebrates and supports Austin's artists, musicians, entertainment venues, and cultural institutions. ACME is a centralized hub offering resources, funding opportunities, and strategic programs that promote local talent and drive economic growth.

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Introducing: The Creative Reset

The Creative Reset is a citywide engagement initiative that marks the first phase of ACME's one-year strategic planning process. 

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Email us at acme@austintexas.gov. Or give us a call at 512-974-1624.

Upcoming Events

Tue, Jun 24, 2025
Dougherty Arts Center - Lets Talk Art + Business, 6:30pm
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Dougherty Arts Center
1110 Barton Springs Rd.
Austin, TX 78704
United States

Wed, Jun 25, 2025
Dougherty Arts Center - DAC Nights Pride: Trivia Night
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Dougherty Arts Center
1110 Barton Springs Rd.
Austin, TX 78704
United States

Fri, Jun 27, 2025
Elisabet Ney Museum - Tweens Create with the Elisabet Ney Museum #3
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

African American Cultural Heritage Center
912 E 11th St
Austin, TX 78702
United States

Sat, Jun 28, 2025
Dougherty Arts Center - Resident Workshop: Creating Underglaze Transfers
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Dougherty Arts Center
1110 Barton Springs Rd.
Austin, TX 78704
United States

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Upcoming Events

June 24, 2025
Dougherty Arts Center - Lets Talk Art + Business, 6:30pm
June 25, 2025
Dougherty Arts Center - DAC Nights Pride: Trivia Night
June 27, 2025
Elisabet Ney Museum - Tweens Create with the Elisabet Ney Museum #3
June 28, 2025
Dougherty Arts Center - Resident Workshop: Creating Underglaze Transfers
June 28, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Julia C. Butridge Gallery Exhibit: Dust to Dust
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