ACME - Austin's Creative Heartbeat
ACME - Austin's Creative Heartbeat
About AACME
Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME) celebrates and invests in the soul of our community through programs that honor our history, amplify diverse voices, and inspire future generations.
This hub brings together the City’s work to preserve, promote, and grow Austin’s cultural vibrancy—from historic preservation to live music, from public art to museums, from cultural funding to world-class venues.
Explore this hub to learn more, share your input, and stay connected to Austin’s cultural future.
About AACME
AACME was officially established on February 24, 2025 to strengthen Austin’s identity as a global hub for creativity.
Born from decades of community advocacy, ACME is dedicated to preserving Austin’s soul through music, art, and cultural expression.
How Will AACME Benefit the Community?
Provide centralized support for creatives and cultural organizations
Enhance economic growth, tourism, and civic engagement
Foster collaboration between artists, organizations, and businesses
Create open, accessible cultural spaces for residents
Strengthen Austin’s identity as a creative global destination
AACME's 2025 Goals
Streamline operations
Implement community engagement programs
Launch a 5-year Strategic Plan
Reevaluate Cultural Funding grant guidelines
Increase access to programming
Establish new partnerships across sectors
AACME's First Year: Building Trust Through Action
Community-Centered Approach – Transparency, listening, and accessibility as guiding principles
Advocacy – Mediated high-profile disputes (Airport expansion, Convention Center demolition) while protecting artists and cultural assets
Research & Benchmarking – Used historical community data and national standards to shape policy and best practices
Vision: Art For All
We want Austin to be a city where every person, in every neighborhood, has access to creative opportunities and cultural expression.
Call To Action
The AACME Creative Reset Phase 2 survey is closed. We appreciate everyone who took the time to share their feedback. Stay tuned for updates on what we heard and what’s next.
🎭 AACME Hub Page
Austin’s creative spirit is the heartbeat of our city, alive in our music, arts, cultural heritage, and the people who make it all possible.
We are excited to host this hub page as a space for our community to come together, learn, share, and connect with one another. All are welcome!
❓ AACME FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
📅 AACME Events and Meetings
Join us at our upcoming community gatherings!
Creative Reset Multicultural World Cafe Community Meeting #1 (In Person Meeting)
Join Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment for this community meeting to re-imagine how Austin invests in and supports Arts, culture, and heritage. This meeting is designed to gather your ideas on how Austin can strengthen programs and services at arts and cultural centers and museums. Free and open to everyone. No need to RSVP. Come any time between 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
Creative Reset Multicultural World Cafe Community Meeting #2 (In Person Meeting)
Join Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment for this community meeting to re-imagine how Austin invests in and supports Arts, culture, and heritage. This meeting is designed to gather your ideas on how Austin can strengthen programs and services at arts and cultural centers and museums. Free and open to everyone. No need to RSVP. Come any time between 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
Creative Reset Community Meeting #3 (Online-Zoom meeting)
Join Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment for this community meeting to re-imagine how Austin invests in and supports Arts, culture, and heritage. This meeting is designed to gather your ideas on how Austin can strengthen programs and services at arts and cultural centers and museums. Free and open to everyone. No need to RSVP. This a Zoom meeting (online).