This resource center is dedicated to exploring and fostering “relational aesthetics” and “participatory art” in Rochester and beyond. The PLANT room was first launched in 2009 in order to promote initiatives related to: exploring a sense of place, land and the environment, progressive art projects, communities and neighbors, and creative uses of technology.
in this room:
art and everyday life can coexist
art can function as a mechanism to bring people together
art can foster discussions about important issues
you can:
learn about projects from around the world
follow and participate in RoCo’s events
you can contribute documents and resources
organize a meeting, event or talk
look and read
Exhibitions at RoCo are funded in part by:
The New York State Coucil on the Arts
The Rochester Area Community Foundation
The Gouvernet Arts Fund
The Ames-Amzalak Memorial Trust
The Mary S. Muilligan Charitable Trust
The Foster Charitable Trust
The John & Barbara Lovenheim Charitable Trust