Manhattan
apexart is a nonprofit arts organization in Lower Manhattan that was conceived to offer opportunities to independent curators and emerging and established artists, as well as to challenge ideas about art, its practice and curation. apexart presents exhibitions, an international residency, a book publishing initiative and public programs and events.
Brooklyn
Through exhibitions, monthly Web art projects, sound and public art projects, symposia series and the quarterly journal Cabinet, Immaterial presents contemporary cultural phenomena often overlooked by mainstream art channels.
Institute for the Study of the Ancient World at New York University
Manhattan
This independent center for advanced scholarly research and graduate education offers the public film screenings, lectures and gallery exhibitions on topics that embrace cultures from the western Mediterranean to China.
Manhattan
In addition to teaching Spanish language and culture, the Instituto Cervantes has a lively calendar of cultural events that includes talks with writers, film screenings, art shows and concerts, among others. The public events are often in English and Spanish, and usually are free.
International Print Center New York
Manhattan
Founded in 2000, the International Print Center is the first and only American institution devoted exclusively to fine-art prints. Located in the Manhattan neighborhood of Chelsea, the International Print Center's collections and exhibitions run from old master prints to works by contemporary artists.
International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP)
Brooklyn
ISCP is a nonprofit residency program for visual artists and curators located in Brooklyn. It presents artist salons, exhibitions and talks, all open to the public. It also collaborates with other arts organizations in greater New York City.