VSA arts of Texas supports an inclusive world view, where people with disabilities are not segregated in stand alone settings, but are empowered to become active members of the whole community. We believe that high quality art is not a luxury; it is a right for all citizens, including those with disability. All people have the power to learn through, participate in, and enjoy the arts.
We work to ensure that professional access services are provided to arts patrons and artists with disabilities in Austin and Central Texas by cultural arts and recreation organizations that are striving to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act.
VSA arts of Texas provides live Audio Description, the verbal translation of visual information, to people who are blind or have low vision for various cultural and educational events. Learn more about live audio description.
Learn more about accessibility, people first language, and how to assist people with disabilities. View our accessibility resources.
The Texas Cultural Access Initiative is part of an effort to create an inclusive, creative world. Through workshops, presentations, training, and more, the TCAI helps individuals, organizations, and businesses to gain the knowledge and skills to building an accessible environment. Learn more about the Texas Cultural Access Initiative.