The International Gallery of Contemporary Art (IGCA) is an exhibition space dedicated to new works in visual and interdisciplinary arts. It was established to provide the community with a place where provocative ideas, diverse art forms, artists and audiences can come together, to offer a point of view that encourages vision, risk-taking and discovery, and to be an art space where experimentation and risk are still possible.
GALLERY HOURS
Thursday - Sunday from 1 - 4 pm and by appointment
The gallery is closed from Saturday - Thursday prior to First Friday each month. On First Fridays we are open from 5 - 8 pm.
Exhibitions change monthly.
CONTACT
Physical Location: 427 D Street • Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Mailing Address: 427 D Street • Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Message Phone: 907-279-1116
Gallery Contact: igcamanager@igcaalaska.org
Website Contact: web@igcaalaska.org
OUR MISSION
To provide a forum for the public exhibition and discussion of contemporary art;
To support and exhibit the work of developing artists and to encourage experimental and explorative art;
To challenge and expand public understanding and perception of contemporary art issues
HISTORY
The International Gallery of Contemporary Art began in the early 1980s as a small room next to the art studio of Anchorage sculptor David Felker. The gallery took its name from its location on International Airport Road, but the name has also come to represent the Gallery’s ability to draw artists from all around the world for exhibitions. From its beginning, the Gallery has been available for artists to exhibit experimental works of art, including installation and performance art. This was revolutionary for Anchorage at the time. In 1989, the Gallery became incorporated and established its non-profit status. A board of directors was also established. Despite the growth of the Gallery over the years, the vision has remained the same: an unwavering dedication to presenting the finest contemporary art available and providing artists with a venue to explore new aspects of their work without concern for commercial viability.
The International Gallery hosts monthly exhibitions by local artists as well as artists from outside the state and across the globe.
BOARD MEMBERS
Board members provide management and artistic direction.
Don Mohr
Joe Carr
Amy Robinson
Donna Carr
FUNDERS
International Gallery operations are supported, in part, by:
The Alaska State Council on the Arts
The Municipality of Anchorage (through the Municipal Arts Advisory Commission)
The Gallery receives much support from individual contributions and memberships
AWARDS
2003
“Heart of Anchorage” architectural award for design of International Gallery of Contemporary Art for revitalizing downtown and promoting arts and culture from the Municipality of Anchorage Urban Design Commission. Architectural services/design provided by Mayer Sattler-Smith
2002
Mayor’s Arts Award for Outstanding Arts Organization