The Houston Center for Photography (HCP) has announced its plans to move from its West Alabama Street location in 2026.
Houston Center for Photography members outside Bering Church, c. 1981-1983
HCP was established in 1981 as an artist-run cooperative; the following year it was officially incorporated as a nonprofit. From 1981 through 1983, the organization met at the Bering Church, an inclusive church located in the Montrose neighborhood. HCP moved into its current location at 1441 West Alabama Street in 1984.
Houston Center for Photography
In an announcement, HCP shared that it is “actively seeking a new home, whether lease or purchase” with the hope of relocating in late 2026.
In the meantime, the organization plans to develop a strategic plan and launch a capital campaign. HCP has announced that it will host Collective Dialogues and send out online surveys to gather input from its communities. Additionally, HCP asks that interested donors connect via email at [email protected] and property leads be sent to [email protected].
This upcoming move is just one of many recent and upcoming shifts in the Houston art scene. Earlier this fall, the Inman Gallery moved into the former Station Museum of Contemporary Art building, which has been closed since November 2022. In April, the Art Car Museum announced its permanent closure. Last fall, Aurora Picture Show relocated to Houston’s East End, an area that has seen much growth, including Emergent, a collective space founded by local artists. Recently, ALMAAHH (Advocates of a Latino Museum of Cultural and Visual Arts & Archive Complex in Houston, Harris County), announced its intention to purchase land and open a physical space with an eye toward the East End. Another big development has been the recent opening of a Meow Wolf location in Houston’s Fifth Ward.
As HCP moves toward its 50th anniversary, the organization is focused on expanding its programming and increasing the understanding and appreciation of photography. Stay up to date on developments regarding HCP’s move via the organization’s website and social media platforms.
