Celebrate Harlem’s Artistic Heritage with artHARLEM
History of HOAST and artHARLEM, Inc.
History of HOAST and artHARLEM, Inc.
History of HOAST and artHARLEM, Inc.
Since its inception HOAST events have attracted over 2,000 attendees annually from as far away as Sweden and as close as 125th Street. “HOAST examines Harlem’s gentrification through its artists, some of whom are generational residents, while others are returning residents and newcomers. Together they contribute their creative energy to this eclectic neighborhood...The tour provides an intimate view of art that cannot be found at a museum or gallery.
Why HOAST Matters
History of HOAST and artHARLEM, Inc.
History of HOAST and artHARLEM, Inc.
- Strengthens community bonds.
- Creates lasting impact.
- Breaks down barriers.
- Demystifies the creative process.
- Expands access to the arts.
- Sustains a local artistic economy
- Supports neighborhood businesses and cultural tourism,
- Extends artist visibility year-round through the HOAST Visitor’s App,.
- Fosters reciprocity between artists and the community t
- In the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance, HOAST amplifies underrepresented voices.
- Invests in art as cultural capital.
Visual Artists Apply!
Visual Artists living/working in Harlem, share and sell your art directly from your studio on October 10-11, 2026.
Requirements: (1) you must have a studio in Harlem where you can receive visitors*. (2) you must have a dedicated artists website.
*while are will apply for alternative spaces to showcase artists in during HOAST, we cannot guarantee this process.
Image: Studio of Artist Capucine Bourcart
Support Harlem’s Creative Pulse – Fund the Harlem Open Artis
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Join us in keeping Harlem’s artistic spirit alive! The Harlem Open Artist Studio Tour (HOAST) is a grassroots, community-powered event that opens the doors of working studios to the public—spotlighting beginner, emerging,