Alfred Cooperative Institute for Art & Culture

Alfred – A Cooperative Institute for Art & Culture is an alternative art space – home to an active and vibrant artist community aimed at introducing contemporary Israeli art and its young creators to art lovers in the local community. The Alfred Institute is, a pioneer in the sphere of cooperative artistic ventures, whose work became a model for numerous cooperative art galleries in Israel. After 8 years of successful work in south Tel-Aviv, Alfred Institute was established in 2014 at Simtat Shlush 5, Neve Tsedek, as a space devoted entirely to promoting and supporting young Israeli art. In 2023 the gallery relocated to the vibrant Kiryat Hamelacha.

Since 2005 we have produced some 300 exhibitions, provided the opportunity for hundreds of young artists to show their works, hosting thousands of visitors and art lovers at exhibitions, cultural events and festivals.

About the Cooperative

Alfred is a Non-Profit Organization whose purpose is to promote young artists and give them support and exposure. For almost two decades Alfred Gallery and Alfred Institute work side by side as a Non-Profit Organization charging zero commission on sales, and thus transferring 100% of the revenue directly to the artists.

Alfred Members consist of prominent Israeli artists and curators, who devote their time, effort, skills and talent to promote young Israeli art, through Alfred Institute. The group functions as a cooperative of artists in which all decision-making is shared. Alfred Members are bound by financial obligations, requiring all members to pay a monthly membership fee, in addition to contributing 10 weekly hours of volunteer work at the institute.

Our Activities

Art Gallery – The core of the institute is Alfred Gallery for contemporary art, which showcases a new exhibition each month, focused on young promising artists. Over the years, hundreds of artists have showcased their work in some 300 exhibitions.

Art consultation – Derived from their own experience, Alfred members share their knowledge on a range of topics such as cooperative activism, art education, personal promotion, technical solutions and curating.

Art and culture events – A variety of events are offered, including the “Poalot” performance and dance festival, book launches, collaboration with other galleries, municipal events and unique artistic happenings.