news and updates
Register for our Virtual Summer Update
Join API's staff, board, and donors for a fun update on what we've accomplished so far this year, and what’s ahead for the second half of 2026. During the Virtual Summer Update you'll hear: Stories about our latest artist homebuyers Progress on the cultural land...
St. Louis Art Place Initiative is Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026
The organization’s unique model builds wealth for artists through homeownership and transforms vacant spaces into cultural assets with communities St. Louis, MO (March 24, 2026)— St. Louis Art Place Initiative (API) is proud to have been named to Fast Company’s...
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API’s third home is nearly finished!
Today, API's staff, board, and partners were able to celebrate a significant milestone–our third home is nearly finished! Financed through a $7 million NMTC-supported loan to Habitat for Humanity St. Louis in partnership with St. Louis Development Corporation through...
Another successful Color Block Party!
Last Friday was our third-annual Color Block Party. It was a powerful reminder of what’s possible as we build a stronger, and stronger community in support of our mission. Surrounded by old friends and new faces, the evening was filled with energy and generosity....
API expands its network at Cocktails & Connections
We had such a wonderful time making new friends at our July 22 event, Cocktails & Connections. Our goal was to make sure more people know about our work and build support for Color Block Party 2025. Mission accomplished! Special thanks to 21c Museum for featuring...