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Open Access: Exploring 130 Years of American Design
Open Call — Now accepting proposals for exhibition concepts responding to Van Alen's archives. Deadline: June 28, 2026.
District Design Fellowship
Building capacity of NYC's local leaders through design projects that champion small businesses.
BronxManhattanStaten IslandFriends from the Canal
On view through August, these inflatable, illuminated sculptures by artist duo Mookntaka are a playful welcome to Gowanus.
BrooklynLos Círculos
On view October 1, 2025–July 2026, this award-winning lighting installation encourages gathering and interaction in Washington Heights.
ManhattanGowanus Yearbook
A living portrait of Gowanus, including long-time residents and newer arrivals.
BrooklynVan Alen Vanguard
A cohort of rising professionals reimagining cities, public space, and designers' roles in civic life.
BrooklynEducation Partnerships
Working with teachers and students through collaborative projects, research, and field trips.
BrooklynCommon Build
Surfacing the work of emerging designers and testing new strategies to bring people together in public space.
Exhibition: The House Transformed
On view in Spring 2026, The House Transformed presented new ideas for domestic architecture.
Brooklyn









