About Us

Established in 1971 by a group of 24 local artists in an 1874 historic townhouse*, the Stamford Art Association is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts organization whose members include painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, and multimedia artists.

The Stamford Art Association is supported by grants from the Connecticut Commission on the Arts, Connecticut Humanities, the City of Stamford, and the Kuriansky Foundation, as well as generous donations from individual artists and friends.

*Due to the historical nature of the Townhouse Gallery, visitors and artists should be advised that some physical access may be limited.

Our Mission

The Stamford Art Association is a nonprofit visual arts organization dedicated to enriching the cultural life of our community. We provide opportunities for emerging and professional artists to exhibit their work, participate in educational programs, and connect with fellow artists, local organizations, and the public. By fostering creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning, we make the visual arts accessible and meaningful for everyone.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

SAA strives to provide seamless art experiences for both art enthusiasts and community youth alike. We are a group of diverse individuals on a mission to build a welcoming and impactful artist network, make art fun for all ages, and support young or aspiring artists in exhibiting their work, maximizing community art potential. Making art accessible to all.

  • We are committed to fostering a DEI workplace with a decentralized organizational structure and a public membership that ranges from seasoned artists to everyday people with a love for art & photography.

  • The professional art world can be perceived as an exclusive and intimidating industry to art hobbyists; Our gallery breaks this barrier by nurturing artistic confidence, providing a safe space for underserved community artists’ (multimedia) work to be publicly displayed or even offered for sale.

  • Through our partnerships with local high schools, we provide learning opportunities for young aspiring artists, as well as teaching and community volunteer opportunities. We also partner with the Ferguson Library as an additional public gallery and presentation space that is ADA-accessible.

  • Attending one of our free, all-inclusive, walk-in workshops offers a fun and effortless way for diverse community groups of all ages and backgrounds to experience an art activity together.

Meet Our Board