Red Hook Art Project

Red Hook Art Project RHAP is a non-profit free arts tutoring and mentoring program in Red Hook, Brooklyn (we work in the Red Hook Art Project, Inc. We are a 501(c)3 organization.
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(RHAP) is a free arts tutoring and mentoring program in Red Hook, Brooklyn. We offer free classes and tutoring in the visual arts and music on the weekends and free homework help to our art and music students Monday through Thursday. RHAP is funded by charitable contributions. All of our tutors are volunteers - sharing their knowledge and experience from their hearts. RHAP's purpose is to provide

Red Hook children and youth who have a serious interest in the arts with the opportunity to develop their self-esteem and creative powers through the development of their artistic skills and an ongoing mentor relationship. We believe that mentoring built on a shared interest in and love for an art form creates a deep bond between mentors and students and builds a strong community of support within our organization. RHAP is made up of students between the ages of 8 and 17 years old and volunteer mentors (professional artists, arts administrators and parents). RHAP has helped our oldest students (the First Generation) apply to colleges (one is at SUNY-Oswega and another is headed to SUNY-FIT in the fall of 2015) and to prepare portfolios with which they have gained acceptance at the Fiorello LaGuardia School of the Arts, the High School of Art and Design, the Edward R. Murrow High School, the Brooklyn High School of the Arts and the Freedom Academy of Brooklyn – all prestigious high schools with special programs in the arts. We believe that it is very important to keep our working groups small and ongoing - based on a sports team model - to ensure that the students and volunteer tutors can develop a real mentoring relationship. RHAP is always in need of financial contributions, donated supplies and volunteer help. If you are interested in helping us out, please contact us at our email: [email protected]

Today, our founder, artistic director, emerging artists, and some of our younger artists from the Red Hook Art Project s...
06/17/2026

Today, our founder, artistic director, emerging artists, and some of our younger artists from the Red Hook Art Project spent the day out in the sunshine, hanging vinyl artwork throughout Coffey Park in preparation for our upcoming community celebration this Friday.

With the breeze blowing and the neighborhood full of life, our young people proudly installed artwork they created right here in Red Hook. Every piece tells a story, reflects a voice, and represents the creativity, resilience, and imagination of our youth.

If you're walking through or around Coffey Park this week, take a moment to stop, look, and celebrate the incredible talent on display along the black fencing surrounding the park.

These young artists have worked hard to make our community more vibrant, welcoming, and beautiful. We ask our neighbors to help us protect and respect the artwork, and most importantly, show our young people that their voices matter. Your support, encouragement, and presence mean more than you know.

Join us this Friday as we celebrate over 150 pieces of artwork created by local youth. When our young people create, our community shines.

NEW YORK, WE GO HARD! The energy is unmatched, the city is buzzing, and we're celebrating BIG at the Red Hook Art Projec...
06/17/2026

NEW YORK, WE GO HARD!

The energy is unmatched, the city is buzzing, and we're celebrating BIG at the Red Hook Art Project!

After 53 years, the New York Knicks have given New York something to cheer about, and today we're honoring the moment the only way we know how with blue and orange creamsicles for our young people and community.

When New York wins, we all win. The pride, the passion, the resilience, the heart that's what this city is built on.

Today we're celebrating teamwork, perseverance, and the joy of seeing something we’ve waited a long time for finally happen.

Congratulations, New York! We see you. We celebrate you. And as always.

WE GO HARD! 🗽🏀🔥

When was the last time you spent a few hours without your phone? 📵 Join us this Sunday for our Phones Down Picnic and en...
06/09/2026

When was the last time you spent a few hours without your phone? 📵 Join us this Sunday for our Phones Down Picnic and enjoy a day of laughter, community, games, art, and real-life connections with friends and neighbors. Let's bring back the joy of face-to-face conversations!

06/08/2026

Back in 2023, the Red Hook Art Project’s Emerging Artists had the incredible opportunity to design and install two new murals at the Red Hook Pool. This project provided our young artists with a paid opportunity to create public artwork that reflects the creativity, talent, and pride of our community.

A special thank you to Alexa Avilés and Andrew Gounardes for supporting this work and investing in opportunities for young people through the arts. If you're visiting the pool this summer, be sure to check out the murals, snap a photo, and tag Red Hook Art Project we'd love to see them through your eyes!

Back in 2023, the Red Hook Art Project’s Emerging Artists had the incredible opportunity to design and install two new m...
06/08/2026

Back in 2023, the Red Hook Art Project’s Emerging Artists had the incredible opportunity to design and install two new murals at the Red Hook Pool. This project provided our young artists with a paid opportunity to create public artwork that reflects the creativity, talent, and pride of our community.

A special thank you to Alexa Avilés and Andrew Gounardes for supporting this work and investing in opportunities for young people through the arts. If you're visiting the pool this summer, be sure to check out the murals, snap a photo, and tag Red Hook Art Project we'd love to see them through your eyes!

A few photos from our May 19th Gala at the Red Hook Art Project. Looking back at these moments, you can truly feel the j...
06/06/2026

A few photos from our May 19th Gala at the Red Hook Art Project. Looking back at these moments, you can truly feel the joy, connection, and love for the arts that filled the room what a beautiful evening spent celebrating creativity, community, and the young people who inspire us every day.

Every piece of artwork tells a story, and every story deserves to be heard. At Red Hook Art Project, art helps young peo...
06/05/2026

Every piece of artwork tells a story, and every story deserves to be heard. At Red Hook Art Project, art helps young people discover their voice, build resilience, and imagine new possibilities for their future.

We are so excited at the Red Hook Art Project to launch our I Am Not Broken series at this year's Juneteenth public exhi...
06/04/2026

We are so excited at the Red Hook Art Project to launch our I Am Not Broken series at this year's Juneteenth public exhibition.

This special exhibition will showcase more than 150 pieces of artwork created by students living in Red Hook and throughout the waterfront community. We are incredibly proud to celebrate the creativity, talent, and voices of these young artists.

The artwork will be displayed for three months along the black fencing surrounding the park, transforming the space into an outdoor gallery that reflects the stories, experiences, and imagination of our community's youth.

We could not be more proud of what these young people have accomplished, and we are honored to share their work with the community.

We hope you will join us for this meaningful celebration and help us uplift the next generation of artists. We look forward to seeing you there!

With gratitude,
The Red Hook Art Project Team

Field Trip to Our Mural! Today, our young Emerging Artists took a special trip to the Red Hook Terminal to visit the mur...
06/03/2026

Field Trip to Our Mural!

Today, our young Emerging Artists took a special trip to the Red Hook Terminal to visit the mural created by our older Emerging Artists!

Seeing their artwork displayed on such a large scale was inspiring, exciting, and a reminder that creativity can leave a lasting mark on our community. The students had the opportunity to take photos in front of the mural, learn about the artists who created it, and imagine what they might create one day themselves.

Big dreams start with small steps. Art connects generations. Community makes it all possible.

Can you spot your favorite part of the mural? Tell us in the comments!

Photos taken by .nyc

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291 Van Brunt Street
New York, NY
11231

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 5:30pm

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+13478894089

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