Gallery 1448 presents OctoberWorks October 11 - 26, 2025 Opening Reception Saturday, October 11 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
A garden party with music by Fells Point
Hootenanny
Closing Reception Sunday, October 26
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Featuring music by Dave DeRan
Gallery 1448
1448 East Baltimore Street
Baltimore 21231
Gallery hours October 17 & 25, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.And by appointment
Contact Leslie Schwing leslie@amberlady.com / 443-956-2459
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​Join us as Gallery 1448 presents OctoberWorks, an annual group exhibition. This year’s show features new work from some of our favorite 1448 artists: Leslie Schwing, Laura Vernon Russell, Claudia Bismark and Dan Brown, along with special guests Dave DeRan and Ruth Channing. DeRan, (Delta, PA) is well-known for his naturalist paintings, unique found object sculptures and his fabulous bass playing. Channing, owner of Baltimore’s InkSpot Press, exhibits her new limited-run Tarot Card Deck.
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Current Board of Directors
Leslie Schwing
Laura Vernon Russell
Heather Smith
Molly Roberts
Edna Kurtz Emmet
Artists Housing Inc.
About Us
Our Story
Artists Housing Inc. (AHI) is a not for profit artist cooperative situated in the vibrant Washington Hill neighborhood of Baltimore City, Maryland. Since 1986, we have provided 31 artists with live and work spaces, fostering a diverse community of painters, musicians, photographers, and other creatives. Gallery 1448, our exhibition space, showcases the creativity of our members and guest artists through monthly rotating shows.
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You can join our vibrant artist community by buying a unit which provides for membership at AHI. Membership offers access to our unique live and work spaces, participation in Gallery 1448 exhibitions, and networking opportunities with fellow artists.
Benefits
Membership at AHI comes with a range of benefits that can enhance your professional and personal life. You'll have access to exclusive networking opportunities, professional development resources, and industry insights. You'll also be part of a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion.
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Email ahi.baltimore1448@gmail.com with membership inquiries.
Mission
History
Core Beliefs
"Artists Housing Inc. is a not-for-profit, urban, community cooperative that provides safe, affordable, environmentally aware living and studio spaces for its member artists."
Longest serving in Baltimore
AHI is the oldest artists-only housing in Baltimore established in 1986