The Mesquite Arts Council was designated in 1984 by the City of Mesquite “to execute and administer a community program for the encouragement, promotion, improvement and application for the arts”. The Arts Council provides grants for the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra, The Mesquite Community Band and the Mesquite Arts Theatre. The organization also coordinates Mesquite Independent School District access and use of the Mesquite Arts Center’s concert hall for concerts, recitals and UIL competitions. Addition educational programming includes the Tote-and-Go art packets project that serves over 5000 families per year, Create Your Own and MAC Doodles craft and drawing videos for online access and Just for Kidz activities at the arts center.
MAC Presents are series of concerts and art exhibitions that are provided for free community access and participation in the arts. Mesquite Rocks features tribute bands of popular artists in the front lawn of the arts center for fans to BYOCC (bring your own chairs and coolers). The Courtyard Concert series brings regional musicians and song writers to perform in the beautifully landscaped arts center courtyard. And the newly established Off the Rails concerts bring a variety of musical styles to the city’s new Front Street Station developed for the Mesquite Farmers Market.
Visitors from North Texas have recently commented that the Mesquite Arts Center and MAC Presents provide much needed cultural and community activities for east Dallas County. The attractions and facilities bring families and guests together to share the opportunities the Mesquite Arts Council was administered to achieve in 1984. Everyone is welcome to come experience and see for themselves. Visit Mesquite.
The Mesquite Arts Council is a nonprofit organization designated to support and nourish the arts in Mesquite. The Mesquite Arts Council allocates local grants, funds and resources for the arts, provides needed services to artists, member organizations and the community; is an advocate for culturally diverse arts programs and is active in the community with regard to cultural planning, development and advocacy of the arts. Additionally, the Mesquite Arts Council manages the Public Art Program for the City of Mesquite.
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The Mesquite Arts Center strives to be a welcoming and inclusive space for all members of our community. We believe that the arts have the power to enrich lives, foster understanding, and inspire creativity. We are committed to:
Programming: Offering a diverse range of artistic experiences that reflect the many cultures and backgrounds within our community. This includes presenting works by artists from a variety of ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Accessibility: Making our facilities and programs accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or income. This may involve offering ASL interpretation, open captioning, discounts for low-income patrons, and programs specifically designed for audiences with disabilities.
Participation: Encouraging participation in the arts by all members of the community, regardless of experience level. We offer workshops, classes, and volunteer opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.
Representation: Ensuring that our staff, board, and volunteers reflect the diversity of our community. We are committed to recruiting and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
Dialogue: Fostering open dialogue about equity and inclusion in the arts. We will hold workshops, discussions, and other events that explore these issues.
We believe that by creating an equitable and inclusive environment, we can better serve our community and fulfill our mission of enriching lives through the arts.
Organization name
Mesquite Arts Council
Causes
Arts & Humanities
Operating Budget
$250,000 - $499,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
1527 North Galloway Ave