A New Chapter for the Hostos Art Gallery
after Longwood’s 23-Year Residency

Hostos Community College is proud to have partnered with the Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) and the Longwood Arts Project for the past 23 years. The Longwood Arts Project at Hostos provided a platform for local artists, engaged with the public through free programming, and fostered artistic expression.

We are immensely proud of the Project's accomplishments during its long residency at the Hostos Art Gallery (formerly the Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos). The decision to conclude the partnership was made under the terms of the written agreement, which allowed either institution to end the partnership at any time. Hostos had provided the gallery space and marketing support at no cost to BCA.

Given our students’ consistent requests to display their artwork in the gallery, which was not possible under the agreement with BCA, Hostos recognized a need. As a college dedicated to student success, offering classes in visual arts and digital design, it is essential to provide opportunities for the College’s growing student body to exhibit their work. Additionally, the ongoing financial challenges facing the arts, including significant budget cuts by the City, required us to explore new revenue opportunities.

To maximize the gallery’s potential and ensure its continued contribution to the visual arts community, the space will be made available to a wider range of arts organizations, independent artists, curators, and various exhibitors. This decision will open doors for diverse artistic voices and provide our students with invaluable exhibition opportunities and experiences.

Hostos Community College remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting the arts and the cultural vitality of the Bronx. We welcome future collaborations with the Longwood Arts Project and having BCA use the space again. We are grateful to them for their invaluable contributions to the community. This transition marks the beginning of a new chapter for both institutions, and we look forward to exploring innovative ways to collaborate and serve the Bronx.