Hawaii announces grant for Maui Arts and Cultural Center

Published: 11-Mar-2010

Governor of Hawaii, Linda Lingle has granted $250,000 capital to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) to help fund the construction of an event pavilion and new roof.

The grant will go toward the third phase of the MACC’s improvement and expansion plan. The funds will be used to construct a permanent pavilion as well as provide infrastructure for lights, sound and other stage technical needs. The new pavilion will create additional event space and provide a roof over the courtyard to protect patrons from the elements. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $4.4 million. The MACC has raised the balance of the funds through other private and non-profit sources. Construction is currently scheduled to be completed in June 2010.

MACC offers arts and cultural activities for the people of Maui, including art education programs, professional development workshops for teachers, events and performances, and school field trips in collaboration with the Maui schools.

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