In Autumn 2006, A Foundation launched Greenland Street – three former industrial buildings that have been transformed into inspiring and challenging gallery spaces while retaining their historic character and industrial heritage. Located in the heart of Liverpool’s old port area and moments from the River Mersey, Greenland Street comprises The Coach Shed, The Furnace and The Blade Factory.

All three buildings have recently undergone a two phase programme of redevelopment works, which has improved access and created a centralised café and reception space alongside the provision of disabled toilets. In 2007, A Foundation further developed Greenland Street with the creation of five studio spaces and a specialist arts bookshop.

Greenland Street’s mission is to deliver programmes of activity that showcase the very best local, regional, national and international contemporary visual arts practice and we plan to commission up to four major new projects each year. In addition to our visual arts programmes, A Foundation also delivers an annual architecture commission that profiles emerging architects whose hybrid practices reference both art and architecture, and an education and outreach programme that aims to provide a wide range of participants with the opportunity to look at, talk about and make art.

Proposals Policy
Because of our commitment to commissioning ambitious and experimental projects and due to the timeframe within which we deliver, A Foundation does not accept proposals for any aspect of our work at Greenland Street.

Education and Outreach
A Foundation is committed to developing and encouraging new audiences for the visual arts. Through our Education and Outreach programmes we aim to reach a wide range of participants and actively engage them in current debates and dialogues found in contemporary visual art. We are also keen to encourage schools and higher education visits to Greenland Street and if you would like to book a tour when the gallery is open please contact info@afoundation.org.uk

Opportunities

Volunteer Placement at Rochelle School

We would like to recruit a volunteer to work in our busy London office. Primarily you will be working on developing our database in collaboration with the Programme Co-ordinator but we will also provide an introduction and grounding in relevant administrative skills making this an excellent opportunity for anyone keen to develop the experience and knowledge needed to pursue a career in contemporary visual arts.

We are looking for someone who can commit to a minimum of one day/ week for 3 months or longer.
Application Deadline: 5 January 2009
Start date: Mid January 2009

Please email helenb@afoundation.org.uk for further information.