The Niagara Arts & Cultural Center (NACC) is excited to share a new CALL FOR ARTISTS in our continued partnership with Los Artistas del Barrio Buffalo (LADBB). Beyond Borders is an annual exhibition curated by Dr. Michele Agosto and Aileen Gonzalez-Marti. Beyond Borders is an event that celebrates and showcases the diverse art works of Latino/a/x artists from across Western New York, and invites artists throughout New York State and Canada.

Beyond Borders offers a visual and performative platform to connect and communicate in a space that is welcoming to diverse communities. LADBB invites the viewer to enter into a metaphorical journey; a journey that reveals the complex stories of what living "beyond borders'' means, extending far beyond the Western New York region.

This year's Call for Work asked artists and visual performers to consider the 5 senses known to humans: TOUCH, SMELL, SIGHT, TASTE, and SOUND as they relate to Beyond Borders' larger context of discovery and exploration of one's personal journey.

This exhibition will be on view September 27 through November 8, 2025 in the NACC’s Townsend Gallery on the first floor of the historic, multi-arts site.

Please join us for a reception honoring the artists and artwork within this exhibit on Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 2- 5pm. This reception will feature the exhibition, small business vendors, and Latin music for all to enjoy.

This exhibit is sponsored by The New York State Council on the Arts, in partnership with the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, The Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, the Community Foundation of Western New York, KeyBank, and the John R. Oishei Foundation.