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Mission: 1708 gallery's mission is to present exceptional new art. 1708 gallery is committed to providing opportunities for artistic innovation for emerging and established artists and to expanding the understanding and appreciation of new art for the public.
Programs: Exhibitions program: as a dynamic non-profit arts organization, 1708 gallery provides uncompromisingly innovative opportunities for artists locally, nationally and internationally. Our exhibitions program offers artists all over the world an opportunity to exhibit their work and our community an opportunity to learn about innovative artists and art forms. Opportunities for creative expression are integral to a healthy society. 1708 gallery impacts the community by providing a forum for contemporary art and by being a place for public engangement for all audiences
inlight richmond: inlight richmond is an annual outdoor temporary light-inspired contemporary art exhibition and community event in downtown richmond. Inlight richmond is an exploration and celebration of contemporary art free of charge for the whole community. With inlight richmond, 1708 gallery encourages broad public appreciation and access to contemporary art. Inlight introduces a new audience to contemporary art by making it fun, engaging and accessible. It also keeps 1708 gallery relevant within the contemporary art landscape, locally as well as nationally.
education and outreach: 1708 gallery's education and outreach programs focus on building and engaging our community in an effort to expand the understanding and appreciation of new art to the public. Our education programs provide opportunities for the community to engage with the artists and the art we present in an accessible format. Our outreach programs provide art experiences to a diverse public building broad community engagement and support.