About MACA

The Michigan Alliance for Cultural Accessibility (MACA) is a consortium of professionals working together to enhance the accessibility of Michigan’s cultural institutions for people of all abilities. Founded in 2016, MACA provides a forum for sharing best practices, ideas, and resources focused around making cultural institutions more welcoming and inclusive. In 2021, MACA became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Three women, one in a wheelchair, look at the Diego Reviera murals at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Our Mission

To empower cultural institutions in Michigan to become more accessible and inclusive for people of all abilities. By sharing resources and experiences, leveraging expertise, refining best practices, and building institutional capacity, we will increase accessibility for people with disabilities, therein increasing accessibility for all.

Our Values

Equity
Engagement
Community
Education
Advocacy

Get Involved

There are lots of ways to learn more about MACA and how we are increasing cultural accessibility across Michigan. You can become a member and gain access to membership meetings. Or you can attend a program or just email us for more information.

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