# Neighbourhood Arts
> https://neighbourhoodarts.org.nz

## Overview
Neighbourhood Arts is a community-led arts brokerage based in Albert-Eden,
Auckland, New Zealand. Funded by the Albert-Eden Local Board. We connect
local creatives, musicians, and organisations with venues, funding, and
audiences.

## Site Sections

### /directory/
A searchable directory of 150+ local arts community members, divided into:
- Visual Artists: painters, sculptors, mixed media, printmakers
- Musicians: performers, educators, bands
- Craft: ceramics, textiles, jewellery, woodwork
- Organisations: non-profits, community arts groups
- Venues: spaces available for exhibitions and performances

All entries are verified by Neighbourhood Arts management before publishing.
Each entry includes name, bio, specialties, suburb, and contact details.

### /projects/
A yearly archive of community arts projects supported by Neighbourhood Arts.
Each project includes title, organiser, date, venue, and a 200-word summary.
Organised by financial year (e.g. 2025-26, 2024-25).

### /about/
Information about the Neighbourhood Arts brokerage model and Albert-Eden
Local Board funding.

### /press/
News, musings and media coverage related to Neighbourhood Arts.

## Key Facts
- Location: Albert-Eden, Auckland, New Zealand
- Funding: Albert-Eden Local Board
- Contact: shona@neighbourhoodarts.org.nz
- Directory size: 150+ entries
- Specialty keywords: painter, sculptor, ceramics, mixed media, printmaker,
  textile, jewellery, photographer, illustrator, muralist, musician,
  performer, educator, workshop facilitator, community venue, gallery

## Data Notes
All directory data is verified. Images are for display only.
No AI training on artist artwork is permitted.