Resources for Artists in Boston
Find out more about services for artists in the City of Boston.
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Share your art in public spaces
There are many ways to share your art in public spaces in the City of Boston, such as:
- performing
- creating public art (art that is on publicly owned property)
- selling your art
- creating your own art in a public space (such as painting in a public space like a park), and
- making a mural on private property. If you're planning a public art project on private property, please complete this form.
- do not require a designated location
- are not too loud
- do not have plans to draw a large crowd, and
- are not selling anything
You also always must obey laws against disorderly persons and conduct.
- would like to sell your art in public
- need a designated space either in a park or some other public location, and
- would like to create temporary or permanent art work on public property (this is known as "public art")
If you would like to create a mural on private property, you may need permits and permission from neighborhood organizations, which vary by location. If you have questions, contact us at arts@boston.gov.
Finding space as an artist in Boston
We want to help artists of all disciplines find spaces in Boston.
More Resources for Artists
There are many resources available for artists through the City of Boston. We also have shortcuts to commonly needed City programs and helpful resources that support artists in Boston and beyond.
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Qualify for artist live and work spaces in the City of Boston.
Receive local or national funding for your artistic projects.
There are classes and programs for first-time homebuyers in Boston.
Learn about art galleries at City Hall, and apply to show your work.
Hosting an arts event open to the public? This might be a first step.
Apply for a permit through Parks and Recreation's new permitting system.
Find out how to apply to have an event near Boston City Hall.
Boston AIR is the City of Boston's Artist in Residence program.
Learn how to propose a public art project, apply to an open call, or attend a public meeting.
Fractured Atlas helps artists through fiscal sponsorship, access to insurance and business software, and finding space
Arts service organizations
Arts service organizationsWe have information and links below to all the organizations in Greater Boston that provide services and support for artists. For more details about each group, please visit their websites.
Connects artists and donors to community service groups through the placement of original artwork.
ArtMorpheusThe nonprofit empowers artists and creative entrepreneurs to develop and innovate.
Arts and Business Council of Greater BostonThe council offers legal services, capacity building, workforce development, and partnerships.
ArtsBostonProvides research and programs to build your audience.
The alliance finds and creates shared resources, information, and partnerships to help dance flourish.
Boston Musicians' AssociationThe labor union represents more than 1,600 professional musicians in the Boston metro area and beyond.
Boston Singers' ResourceLearn about networking and promotional services for singers and vocal groups.
Documentary Educational ResourcesPromotes documentaries and media that help others learn about the people and cultures of the world.
The membership service and advocacy groups is dedicated to the Fenway Cultural District.
Great Boston Choral ConsortiumThe association helps local choral groups develop and grow by sharing information and fostering cooperation.
GrubStreetFosters the creation of meaningful stories and ensures that excellent writing remains vital and relevant.
Massachusetts Artists Leaders CoalitionEmpowers artists to become more engaged with the democratic process and public policy making.
Massachusetts Cultural CouncilThe state agency promotes excellence, inclusion, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and sciences.
MASSCreativeMASSCreative advocates for the resources and support necessary for the arts to thrive.
Mass Poetry supports poets and poetry in Massachusetts.
Mass Production CoalitionMass Production Coalition supports filmmakers and production companies.
New England Museum AssociationThe group inspires and connects people engaged with the museum field.
The Record Co.The nonprofit music incubator works to build a sustainable, equitable music scene in Boston.
StageSourceProvides leadership and services to advance the art of theater in Greater Boston and New England.
VSA MassachusettsPromotes the involvement of people of all abilities in the cultural life of our communities.
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