Celebrating a Living Legacy: The New Rochelle Art Association Today

Welcome to the digital home of the New Rochelle Art Association (NRAA), where a century-old tradition of artistic fellowship continues to thrive and inspire. Founded in 1912 by a collective of artists seeking community and expression, our mission remains vibrantly unchanged: to foster, exhibit, and celebrate the visual arts in our city and beyond. We are not an archive of the past, but a dynamic, working organization connecting artists, patrons, and art lovers through exhibitions, workshops, and shared creative passion.

From Informal Studio to Community Pillar

Our story is one of enduring collaboration. It began with informal meetings in Alta West Salisbury’s studio, a spark that ignited a lasting cultural flame. That spirit of artists supporting one another defines us still. We serve a diverse audience: emerging and established artists seeking a professional platform, collectors and enthusiasts discovering new talent, and community members who believe in the transformative power of art. Here, you’ll find current exhibition schedules, profiles of our member artists, opportunities for involvement, and insights into the creative pulse of our region.

Exhibitions, Education, and Engagement

Following the pioneering example of our first annual juried show in 1914—which featured luminaries like sculptor Robert Aitkin and painter G. Glenn Newell—we continue to organize prestigious exhibitions that challenge and delight. Our programming extends beyond the gallery wall to include educational workshops, artist talks, and community projects designed to demystify the artistic process and cultivate the next generation of creators. We believe art is a conversation, and we provide the space for it to happen.

To fully appreciate our journey and the milestones that shaped our present, we invite you to explore our rich narrative. You can trace our evolution from that foundational studio gathering through decades of artistic contribution on our detailed timeline of NRAA history. Join us as we write the next chapter, supporting the arts and artists who make New Rochelle a beacon of creativity.