On September 12, 2001, the doors opened to one of the most unique and welcoming creative spaces in the country: OffCenter Community Arts Project!

25 years later, OffCenter Arts has served thousands of people, providing life-changing access to art making, self-expression, and social connection. For free. For everyone.

OffCenter Arts is a free community art studio in downtown Albuquerque. Everyone is welcome to come create, connect & learn. We serve artists of all ages, all abilities, and at every stage of a creative life. Our Mission is to enhance the lives of all people in our community by providing a safe and supportive environment for art-making and social interaction.

Creative expression and social connection are crucial for both individual and community well-being. At OffCenter, art making facilitates connection across a wide range of common social barriers including housing and economic status, race, gender, and age.

Every year we connect hundreds of underserved artists with art supplies, space for creativity, classes, and the opportunity to express themselves and connect with others.

OffCenter Arts is a 501c3 non-profit organization serving New Mexico since 2001. Our work is supported through donations, grant funding, and program income. Learn more about our Open Studio hours, the OffCenter Gallery, classes, workgroups, and artist professional development programs on our website, OffCenterArts.org.

OffCenter Arts 25th Birthday

Celebration Fundraiser