About Us
Creating. Inspiring. Connecting.
For more than four decades,
MACOA has enriched our
community through the arts.
We believe the arts inspire
creativity, strengthen
our community, and
improve lives.
Our Story
Founded in 1982 at Mineral Area College, the Mineral Area Council on the Arts (MACOA)
began with a simple vision: to make the arts accessible to everyone in the Parkland region.
As community support for the arts continued to grow, MACOA was established as an independent
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1990, allowing the organization to expand its programming,
strengthen community partnerships, and better serve artists, students, and audiences throughout Southeast Missouri.
Today, MACOA continues to call Mineral Area College home, working in partnership with the College
while operating as an independent nonprofit dedicated to enriching lives through the arts.
What We Do
Our Mission
The Mineral Area Council on the Arts enriches the quality of life throughout
the Parkland region by promoting artistic excellence, fostering cultural
engagement, and providing accessible opportunities for education, creativity,
and community through the arts.
Be Part of the Arts
Your support helps us create opportunities, inspire imagination, and build a stronger, more vibrant community for all!
Contact us
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