Since 1977, this multicultural education center has tried to help inner-city youth develop self-discipline and confidence through the study of classic and visual arts. Scheduled events include exhibits, art shows and theatrical performances throughout the year. The entire program is designed to give kids a greater appreciation of their heritage and inspire belief in their ability to face the future ...
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A tree-lined street in one of the oldest
neighborhoods in Houston is home to this
multiethnic, multicultural arts center. The
throng of kids that take music, theater and art
classes here every afternoon probably haven't
noticed the plaque by the front door that says
the National Registry of Historic Places counts
MECA’s building, a refurbished 1912 school, on
its roster. And who could blame ...
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MECA - Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts - is a community-based, non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the healthy social, cultural, and academic development of at-risk, inner-city youth through education in the arts. MECA offers classical and ethnic arts education , sports and recreation, and support services to approximately 3,000 students a year through its In ...
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