The Great Wall of Brooklyn is an independent artist-run public art organization launching in the historic Fort Greene neighbourhood on May 9, 2009. It will feature the work of Brooklyn-based and international artists. Located on the side of a four-story building at the corner of Myrtle and Vanderbilt Avenues, The Great Wall introduces large-scale art made in Brooklyn to the community each quarter.

Commissioned and curated artworks by either individual artists or collectives will interpret and reflect the surrounding locale. Works will range from video projections to paintings and from sculptures to light installations. The mission of this project is to enhance Fort Greene’s commercial district with an ongoing and enlivening dialogue between artists, local audiences and public spaces. Addressing the aspirations, social challenges and diversity of Fort Greene, the Great Wall of Brooklyn aims to promote and inspire unexpected encounters in the community where many artists create and develop their work.