Unbound Visual Arts (UVA) was organized, formed and incorporated in 2012. It’s a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational charity based in Allston-Brighton and is governed by a 15-person Board of Directors and Council of Advisors.
We organize independently curated art exhibitions and accompanying programming that encourage learning, engagement, and change. We also organize classes, workshops, lectures, and other learning programs, and have a growing collection of over 100 works of 21st century art. In 2021, we launched our Exhibit Gallery at the Arthaus located in Allston, MA. Dedicated to featuring the work of local artists, it is Allston’s first community art gallery. In 2023, UVA opened its second gallery, the Overlook Gallery in Brighton.
UVA is committed to supporting artists in the Greater Boston area and beyond. Our exhibitions reflect diverse perspectives and we are dedicated to bringing members of historically marginalized groups to the forefront of our work. We regularly create opportunities for artists who have experienced homelessness to sell and display their work, addressing the gap between the general public and the homeless community.
Moreover, we make our offerings accessible to underserved communities by providing free memberships to individuals who are low-income, unemployed, and/or homeless. Our virtual offerings remain accessible to the general public for free on our website and virtual exhibit platforms.
We believe that art is an essential service and have organized 75+ exhibitions, in person and virtually. UVA’s exhibitions are characterized by their engagement with crucial cultural and social topics, including race and gender equity, environmental sustainability, and wellness. Exhibitions provide artists with opportunities to showcase and sell their art, and provide the local community with opportunities to enjoy works of visual art while engaging with contemporary social topics.
Our mission is to support a diverse community of artists based in the Greater Boston area and beyond.
Learn More!
Meet the Board of Directors and Council of Advisors
Roles and responsibilities for the Board of Directors or the Council of Advisors
UVA’s Response to Reality of Racism
Unbound Visual Arts’ Governing By-Laws
Unbound Visual Arts Mission Statement
Learn about American artist Washington Allston (1779-1843), the namesake of Allston, MA.
Learn more about Membership Benefits and Privileges
Explore our Business and Institutional Supporters
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See our recent Accomplishments
See our Partners and Collaborators
UVA organizational memberships; Mass Creative, Inc., New England Museum Association, Americans for the Arts, Boston Preservation Alliance
Listed in the New England Foundation for the Arts’ Directory – Creative Ground
“Our programs are supported in part by grants from the Boston Cultural Council, administrated by the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, and the Brookline Commission for the Arts. ”
UVA is listed in New England’s Creative Economy Directory here »
UVA is a proud member of Mass Creative, the New England Museum Association, Americans for the Arts, and Boston Preservation Alliance
