The Arts and Culture Accessibility Hub
Providing arts and culture organizations with information, resources, training, and experts to increase accessibility
Access Starts Here
Welcome to The Hub! The Arts & Culture Accessibility Hub is your go-to resource to transform your access intentions into action. Co-created by a majority-disabled team of cultural access experts, this free, easy-to-use platform offers tools, training, and guidance to help you strengthen your organization’s accessibility, and connect with community. Whether you’re just getting started or deep into your access journey, The Hub has a path for you.
Learn the What, Why, and How of Accessibility
Explore 50+ accessibility topic pages, co-created by experts in cultural access, organized into five core areas: Essentials, Spaces, Services, Communication, and Programming- packed with how-to guides, legal info, key terminology, best practices, and real-world insights.
Essentials
Prepare and establish a strong foundation of knowledge and practice from which all your accessibility work can grow and thrive.
Spaces
Ensure your physical spaces meet accessibility requirements and best practices so they can be enjoyed by everyone.
Services
Support your audiences, employees, and participants by offering accessibility services thoughtfully and effectively.
Communication
Communicate accessibly and effectively in-person, online and in printed materials to reach your intended audience.
Programming
Design performances, exhibitions, workshops, and events that reflect accessibility at every stage.
Assess. Plan. Take Action.
Understand your organization’s legal obligations, reflect on your current practices, celebrate what’s working, and identify areas for growth using comprehensive evaluation tools, reports, and step-by-step guidance designed just for arts and culture organizations.
Get the Help you Need
Connect with disabled leaders and trusted professionals through our Expert Directory and deepen your and your team’s skills and knowledge through accessibility trainings and customized learning opportunities.
Site Accessibility
Access is woven into every click, scroll, and detail of The Hub. Learn more, request accommodations, or reach out for support any time.
About The Artwork
Every page of The Hub features artwork by a disabled artist—each piece a testament to the power, nuance, and brilliance of disabled creativity.