Accessibility

The Arts Action Consortium is working with accessibility consultant karen Krolak to provide ongoing feedback on the accessibility of our programming and offerings. We are committed to evolving as we launch new resources for the Boston artist community, so this page will change at times to respond to new information and feedback we receive.

For all accommodation needs, email Eliza Malecki at eliza@bloomartsstrategy.com

workshops + Events

Virtual Workshops

  • The vast majority of our workshops are held online using Zoom.

  • Every virtual workshop has the option for computer-generated (voice recognition) Closed Captioning within the Zoom platform.

  • We can also offer the following services with advanced notice:

    • ASL Video Remote Interpretation (2 weeks advanced notice)

    • CART Live Captioning (1 week advanced notice)

    • Live language translation channels for online workshops (2 weeks advanced notice)

    • Advanced, digital forms of all handouts or presentation slides (1 week advanced notice)

    • AI Notetaker accommodation: If you wish to use an AI notetaker, please email us in advance so that we can be aware.

In Person Workshops + Events

  • If a workshop is in person, it will be clearly noted on our calendar. All of our social events and performances will be in person.

  • Any food served at in person events and workshops will be clearly labeled with potential allergens. For any severe and/or airborne allergies, we are happy to avoid the allergen altogether with advanced notice.

  • The following accommodations can be made for in person programming with advanced warning:

    • In-person ASL interpretation (2 weeks advanced notice)

    • Advanced, digital forms of all handouts or presentation slides (1 week advanced notice)

    • Large print or braille copies of handouts or presentation slides (2 weeks advanced notice)

    • Spanish translated handouts or presentation slides (1 week advanced notice)

    • AI Notetaker accommodation: If you wish to use an AI notetaker, please email us in advance so that we can be aware.

    • Quiet spaces for folks to be alone without interruption. Please ask AAC staff for information on quiet space locations.

      For all accommodation needs, email Eliza Malecki at eliza@bloomartsstrategy.com

All workshops and events will be held in spaces that are mobility device accessible.

  • The primary spaces of use will be the Cultural Equity Incubator (CEI) and Croma Space. If programming is taking place elsewhere, we will include detailed notes on access in the calendar listing.

    • Cultural Equity Incubator

      • CEI is on the first floor of the Midway Artist Studio Building at 15 Channel Center St. Boston, MA.

      • Please enter the building through the front door where there is a lift (dimensions: 36" by 54"). Once you reach the main floor take a left down the hallway, Studio 103 is right past the media lab, with the Incubator door on the right.

      • There are two gender neutral and accessible bathrooms on the first floor, nearby the Cultural Equity Incubator entrance.

      • Please note: there are push buttons on the doors to the bathroom but not to the Incubator itself. Please notify us in advance so a member of our team can get the door for you upon arrival. Knocking on the door is a great way to get staff attention!

The Midway Studios building with an arrow pointing at the green double doors where the front entrance to the building is located.

The Midway Studios building with an arrow pointing at the green glass double doors where the front entrance to the building is located.

Croma Space

  • Croma Space is located at the basement level at Public Alley 438, Boston, MA.

  • In order to get to the space, you first need to take the ramp up to the main floor of the Arlington Street Church. A staff member will then guide you through the building to the lift.

  • Once you arrive at the bottom of the stairs, Croma will be right in front of you, with accessible bathrooms to your right.

  • Please note: you will need to have a staff member accompany you to hold doors and assist with the lift. If you plan to attend an event here, please notify our staff in advance so we can connect you with the on site member who will assist you.

  • For all accommodation needs, email Eliza Malecki at eliza@bloomartsstrategy.com

The side of the Arlington Street Church, where the entrance to Croma is located. An arrow is pointing towards the ramp entrance, which is right off the sidewalk, and another points further back in the alley on the left side where the non accessible entrance is located.

Infographic containing: 1) A map showing the location of Croma in Public Alley 438 off of Arlington St., right across from the Boston Commons. 2) A series of images depicting the route from the Arlington Green Line stop, which is located less than a block away. 3) Text: How to Arrive: Address- Public Alley 438 Boston, MA 02116. Located in: Arlington Street Church next to Green Line Arlington T stop. Entrance to CROMA: Enter Public Alley 438 by Arlington St. and turn left past the ramp towards the doors.

Cohorts and Residencies

The following accommodations can be made upon request:

  • Alternative application formats: video, audio, email, etc.

  • Language services: Spanish and ASL translation

For all accommodation needs, email Eliza Malecki at eliza@bloomartsstrategy.com