Established 1995 (1995) Website artpace.org Founded 1995 | Director Veronique Le Melle Phone +1 210-212-4900 | |
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Location San Antonio, Texas, United States Type Non-profit contemporary art gallery Address 445 N Main Ave, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA Hours Open today · 12–5PMSaturday12–5PMSunday12–5PMMondayClosedTuesdayClosedWednesday12–5PMThursday(Texas Independence Day)12–5PMHours might differFriday12–5PM Similar Blue Star Contemp, San Antonio Museum, Southwest School of Art, River Art Group Inc, Briscoe Western Art Museum Profiles | ||
Artpace is a non-profit contemporary art gallery located in San Antonio, Texas, United States, founded by Linda Pace. Artpace opened its doors in 1995, and focuses on the artistic process. Occupying the space of a former Hudson automobile dealership, Artpace uses its industrial space as the setting for its programs and events.
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International artist-in-residence program
Artpace is known for their International Artist-in-Residence program, which involves bringing one artist from Texas, one from the United States, and one from around the world, to Artpace to create an original work of art. The International Artist-in-Residence artists are chosen by a guest curator and the program invites nine artists per year to live and work at Artpace in three different 4 month cycles. For a full list of artists that have participated in the International Artist-in-Residence program see below.
Window Works
The Window Works exhibition space at Artpace is visible from N. Main Avenue, which means that the space is accessible to the community.
Hudson (Show)Room
The Hudson (Show)Room is a gallery space that often exhibits international artists and exhibitions. The room is named for the former function of Artpace's building, a Hudson automobile dealership.
Education
Artpace's education programs are designed to expose the youth of San Antonio to think critically about art Each program aims to educate, engage, and spark a dialogue about contemporary art. The education department at Artpace has K-12 programs, community Programs, U of Artpace (University Programs), and Adult Programs.
Chalk It Up
Chalk It Up is an annual citywide family-friendly event that promotes the importance of art education. Each year, Houston Street in downtown San Antonio is filled with chalk drawings, music, and original murals by artists in San Antonio. The event facilitates interactions between the community and contemporary artists. This year Chalk It Up will take place on October 11, 2014 from 10AM-4PM.
Family Day
Artpace partners with other arts organizations in San Antonio, and hosts an annual Family Day in the spring to host an art-themed day designed for younger children and their families.