Sunset over the Rocky Mountains surrounding Hinton

What We Do

Supporting arts and creativity throughout the Hinton region

MECA delivers programs and initiatives that uplift local artists, connect community members, and bring creative energy into public spaces.

Our programs grow and evolve with the needs of the community, focusing on collaboration, accessibility, and the belief that arts enrich everyday life.

Programs at MECA

MECA’s work is rooted in fostering a thriving arts ecosystem for Hinton and the surrounding region. Our programs span artist development, community engagement, and collaborations that integrate art into shared public spaces.

Each program area is community-driven, responsive, and designed to support creativity at all stages.

Our Program Areas

Learn about MECA’s core program streams.

Artist Support

Resources, promotion, mentorship, and opportunities for local artists across all disciplines—from visual arts and crafts to music, writing, and performance.

Explore Artist Support

Community Arts

Workshops, festivals, pop-up events, creative markets, and collective projects that engage residents and bring arts to everyday spaces.

Explore Community Arts

Public Art & Partnerships

Collaborations with the Town of Hinton and other partners that bring creativity into public spaces—murals, installations, and artist-led community projects like the new Hinton Murals Initiative.

Explore Public Art

Connect With Us

Have questions about a program? Interested in partnering on a project? We’d love to hear from you.