Outsider Art
American Visionary Art MuseumLocated in downtown Baltimore this museum exhibits feature both contemporary and historic works by self-taught artists.
Arts Project Australia Arts Project Australia is a not-for-profit incorporated association that is committed to supporting people with disabilities to become practitioners in the visual arts and to promote their work as integral to the broad spectrum of contemporary arts practice.
Creative GrowthCreative Growth Art Center serves adult artists with developmental, mental and physical disabilities, providing a stimulating environment for artistic instruction, gallery promotion and personal expression. Artwork fostered in this unique environment is included in prominent collections and museums worldwide.
Creativity ExploredWe are a nonprofit visual arts center where artists with developmental disabilities create, exhibit, and sell art.
First Street GalleryFirst Street Gallery Art Center of the Tierra del sol Foundation, is a program for adults with developmental disabilities in Claremont, California.
First Street Gallery Art CenterFirst Street Gallery/Art Center is founded on the proposition that human potential for creativity and artistic expression is not limited by physical or developmental disabilities. The gallery presents new exhibitions year-round of artwork produced at the center, and artists receive 60 percent of proceeds from sale of their work. First Street's collection includes art in a variety of mediums by adult artists with developmental disabilities.
Galerie Atelier HerenplaatsThe ngo Herenplaats is a whirlwind of activities centred on visual arts, comprising of the studios, the gallery, exhibitions in the Netherlands and abroad, the art library and (educational) art projects.
Gateway Arts Gateway Arts is a magical place filled with colorful crafts, contemplative and whimsical paintings and over 95 talented artists with disabilities learning a vocation while realizing their dreams.
IntuitIntuit is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1991. Our mission is to promote public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of intuitive and outsider art through a program of education and exhibition.
NIAD Art CenterThe National Institute of Art & Disabilities (NIAD) provides an art program that promotes creativity, independence, dignity, and community integration for people with developmental and other disabilities.
Project AbilityProject Ability is one of Scotland's leading specialist arts organizations. Since 1984 we have been promoting equality of access to the arts by supporting people of all ages and abilities to take part in innovative visual arts projects.
Studio DownstairsStudio Downstairs is an all day open art studio and therapeutically informed community for people who have experienced emotional difficulties or are in a life-transition. They are dedicated to improving artistic expression, personal relationships, mental health, and community life.
Part of the Life Skills Program at St. Luke's House, find updates and information about upcoming shows here.
Disability Awareness
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAMR)AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Department on Disability ServicesThe Mission of the Department on Disability Services is to provide innovative, high quality services that enable people with disabilities to lead meaningful and productive lives as vital members of their families, schools, workplaces and communities in every neighborhood in the District of Columbia.
Disability Rights Education and Defense FundThe mission of the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund is to advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities through legal advocacy, training, education, and public policy and legislative development.
Disability Statistics Center, University of California, San FranciscoThe Disability Statistics Center produces and disseminates policy-relevant statistical information on the demographics and status of people with disabilities in American society. The Center's work focuses on how that status is changing over time with regard to employment, access to technology, health care, community-based services, and other aspects of independent living and participation in society.
National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD)The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) is a national membership organization representing the 55 State and Territorial Councils on Developmental Disabilities. NACDD is a 501(c) 3 organization with the purpose of promoting and enhancing the outcomes of our member councils in developing and sustaining inclusive communities and self directed services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.
National Council on DisabilityAn independent federal agency making recommendations to the President and Congress on issues affecting 54 million Americans with disabilities.
National Institute of Disabilities and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)The National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) provides leadership and support for a comprehensive program of research related to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities. All of our programmatic efforts are aimed at improving the lives of individuals with disabilities from birth through adulthood.
NISH-Creating Employment Opportunities for People with Severe DisabilitiesNISH is a national nonprofit agency whose mission is to create employment opportunities for people with severe disabilities by securing Federal contracts through the AbilityOne Program for its network of community-based, nonprofit agencies.
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) is committed to improving results and outcomes for people with disabilities of all ages.
The Arc of BaltimoreOur Mission: To ensure that people with developmental disabilities have maximum opportunities to actively participate in all aspects of community life, and to offer programs and services that support them in doing so.
The Arc of Northern VirginiaThe Arc of Northern Virginia provides a safe place to share, ask questions and find critical resources on different disabilities along with important information on schools and county services. As a member of The Arc of Northern Virginia you will find support as well as access to information to move your child and family forward.
DC Connections
ArtomaticHeld regularly since 1999, Artomatic is the Washington, D.C., area's one-of-a-kind multimedia event, involving hundreds of regional artists, performers and volunteers. The free event is an arts extravaganza, featuring paintings, sculpture, photography, music, theater, poetry, dance and workshops.
Arts for the AgingSince 1988, Arts for the Aging, Inc., (AFTA) has been providing artistic outreach services to psychologically and physically impaired seniors in senior day care centers and not-for-profit nursing homes in the metropolitan Washington, DC area.
B Smith Restaurant, Union StationB. Smith's at Union Station features a combination of Cajun, Creole and Southern cuisine. Located in Washington, DC's Historic Union Station, B. Smith's grand Beaux Arts style dining room with its 30-foot ceilings, period chandeliers and turn of the century elegance, is a national landmark and has been called one of the most beautiful dining rooms in America.
Capitol Hill Arts LeagueThe Capitol Hill Art League is a visual arts organization serving the Capitol Hill community and beyond.
Cultural TourismCultural Tourism DC (CTdc) strengthens the image and economy of Washington, DC, neighborhood by neighborhood, by linking more than 200 DC cultural and neighborhood organizations with partners in tourism, hospitality, government, and business.
DC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesThe Mission of the DCCAH is to provide grants, programs and education activities that encourage diverse artistic expressions and learning opportunities so that all District of Columbia residents and visitors can experience the rich culture of our city.
Miriam's KitchenTheir mission is to provide individualized services that address the causes and consequences of homelessness in an atmosphere of dignity and respect, both directly and through facilitating connections in Washington, DC.
Space 7:10 at Kefa CafeAn organic art space exhibiting an evolving mix of contemporary, outsider, visionary, and world cultural artwork.
St. Luke's HouseSt. Luke's House, Inc. helps people live, learn and work successfully in their communities by offering integrated mental health services and community resources.
The Bay Players Experimental Music CollectiveDedicated to the composition and performance of innovative and groundbreaking new music.
VSAartsVSA arts is an international, nonprofit organization founded in 1974 by Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith to create a society where all people with disabilities learn through, participate in and enjoy the arts.
Washington Project for the ArtsThe Washington Project for the Arts (WPA) is Washington's leading center for contemporary art and emerging artists.
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