Our Mission
Fostering underrepresented Artists in every discipline.
Every great work of art begins with the freedom to experiment. Our two galleries and black box theatre give local artists in every discipline the space, support, and resources to bring ambitious new work to life.
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Our Mission
Fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.
Every great work of art begins with the freedom to experiment. Our two galleries and black box theatre give local artists in every discipline the space, support, and resources to bring ambitious new work to life.
Explore Upcoming Events
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Our Mission
Fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.
Every great work of art begins with the freedom to experiment. Our two galleries and black box theatre give local artists in every discipline the space, support, and resources to bring ambitious new work to life.
Explore Upcoming Events
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Join other local artists shaping DC’s cultural future while supporting one of the only institutions in DC dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.
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Free use of our galleries and black box theatre
Free participation and priority placement in WallMountables
Free workshops and special events
Increased commissions on all artwork sales when in our gallery
Waived application fees for exhibitions and opportunities
and so much more!
Join Our Community
Become an Artist Member
Join other local artists shaping DC’s cultural future while supporting one of the only institutions in DC dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.
Learn More
Free use of our galleries and black box theatre
Free participation & priority access to WallMountables
Free workshops & events
Free admission to our monthly Poetry Series
Higher commission on sales
Waived application fees for exhibitions & programs
Join Our Community
Become an
Artist Member
Join other local artists shaping DC’s cultural future while supporting one of the only institutions in DC dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.
Learn More
Free use of our galleries and black box theatre
Free participation & priority access to WallMountables
Free workshops & events
Free admission to our monthly Poetry Series
Higher commission on sales
Waived application fees for exhibitions & programs
and so much more!