The Alternative Museum

The Alternative Center For International Arts Inc. aka The Alternative Museum was founded in 1975 as a not for profit 501c3 charitable institution. Having served the public for more than 25 years as a physical space, TAM became a strictly on line institution in 2000.

Making History Geographical boundaries and cultural differences are a thing of the past

Through the Internet we become a global electronic city, sharing our cultural nuances, our thoughts and our cultural treasures. As TAM expands, our new global audiences will be provided with international education programming; forums for discussion on various artistic, cultural, social and ethical issues; contemporary art exhibitions; electronic gallery tours; world music; and publishing. In addition, online services and links to other cultural sites will be provided. Services for artists will include, research and development fellowships, electronic studios, a resource center and commissions.

The new Alternative Museum continues and furthers its 25-year mission by greatly expanding through the Internet, TAM's potential audience into the millions and by supporting the development of digital art as a new contemporary arts media.

On Staff

Geno Rodriguez, Founding Director/Curator
Geno co-founded TAM in 1975 and has organized some 280 exhibitions throughout the US. Geno is currently co-director, an active photographer and currently lives in New York City.

Janice Rooney, Founding Director
Jan is a co-founder of TAM and has produced over 100 catalogues for the museum’s exhibitions. Jan is currently co-director of TAM and lives in New York City.

Marcus Pinto, Webmaster/Curator
Marcus is TAM’s webmaster and web chief designer since the museum went strictly electronic in 1999. Marcus is an active photographer and currently lives in New Jersey.

TAM Advisors are recognized artist or experts in their fields. Many have exhibited or received commissions from TAM in the past. Their input is invaluable for the development of our programming.

On The Board	Advisors
Connie Kam Johnny Peng Geno Rodriguez Salem Krieger Janice Rooney Marcus Pinto	GH Hovigimayan Ricardo Dominguez Diane Ludin Virgil Wong Mike River Tim Whid Zhang Ga Steve Caruso