OUR MISSION

ArtsBoston connects people to and through the arts. We activate audience building and engagement tools, professional development networks and resources, and arts research to foster the growth of an equitable and inclusive arts community in Greater Boston, one that welcomes and represents everyone. We build community and advocate for the essential role of the arts sector in our civic, economic, and cultural life.

Our vision is a Greater Boston that thrives on arts and culture. A vibrant city that embraces arts and culture as an invaluable asset that powers ideas and creativity, fosters innovation and celebrates diversity.

Equity & access are core commitments interwoven into everything we do at ArtsBoston. An equity emphasis seeks to render justice by deeply considering structural factors that benefit some social groups/communities and harm other social groups/communities. Sometimes justice demands, for the purpose of equity, an unequal response (Source: YWCA, “Our Shared Language: Social Justice Glossary”).

We recognize our part in the collective responsibility to foster an arts community in Boston that is inclusive of individuals with disabilities, including staff, partners, artists, and members of the public. We are continually improving the resources and accommodations that we offer, to ensure that everyone in our community can participate in arts programming with dignity, comfort, and independence.

ArtsBoston aims to cultivate a staff and board culture that fosters a sense of belonging for all, grows individual and collective cultural empathy; and attracts people who are excited about helping ArtsBoston deepen its impact across diverse communities in Greater Boston.