Art in the city's unexpected places.
The Independent Art Spaces Alliance is a growing network of home galleries, artist-run spaces, pop-ups, and unconventional venues across New York City.
Some of the city's most exciting art is found outside the commercial gallery system—in living rooms, storefronts, studios, community spaces, warehouses, and other unexpected places: even a freight elevator in Tribeca! Our mission is simple: make these spaces easier to find, strengthen the people behind them, and help more artists connect with audiences.
Beyond the usual gallery circuit.
Looking for something beyond the usual gallery circuit? Explore exhibitions in unexpected places, discover artists you might never encounter otherwise, and experience New York's independent art scene one visit at a time.
Every member space has its own character, its own community, and its own way of sharing art.
By joining the Alliance, you become part of a citywide network of people who care deeply about showing art. Members can promote their exhibitions through our website, connect with like-minded organizers, exchange ideas and practical advice, collaborate on projects, and reach new audiences.
Together, we make independent art spaces more visible and help build a stronger, more connected arts community.
Whether you're opening your home for an afternoon, transforming a storefront into a gallery, or running an established independent space, there's a place for you here.
There's a place for you here.
Whether you run a space or just love finding art in unexpected places, we'd love to hear from you.
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