About

Canal Projects started in September 2022 as a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to supporting innovative international and local artists at pivotal moments in their careers. We are grateful to the more than 25,000 guests who visited Canal Projects at 351 Canal Street in NYC. In just four years as an exhibition space, Canal Projects presented 19 exhibitions, hosted five library residencies, published eight digital catalogues, and produced dozens of public programs. Working closely with artists, writers, and artistic collaborators, we developed ambitious, thought-provoking projects and have been proud to collaborate with some of the most compelling contemporary artists and practitioners of our time.

As of May 26, 2026, Canal Projects closed its physical doors and officially entered its second phase to focus on funding and grant-making. Canal Projects will create pathways for long-term impact and representation within the arts community through three key initiatives: 1) PhD Fellowships in Korean Art History and Korean American Art History, 2) Curatorial Fellowships, and 3) Exhibition Sponsorships.

Canal Projects’s funding and grant-making are invitation‑based. We work closely with museums, universities, and artists through our ongoing partnerships and research to identify grant partners.