Art has been combined with healthcare in both eastern and western medicine since the beginning
of recorded history. Studies have shown that art aids in healing by altering a person's physiology
and attitude. When viewing or creating art, the body's physiology changes from one of stress to one
of deep relaxation, from fear to creativity and inspiration. Art also changes a person's perception
of the world including attitude, emotional state and pain perception.
Having cancer can be a difficult and frightening experience. At St. Vincent's Comprehensive Cancer
Center (SVCCC), we understand the challenges faced by people with cancer and their families, and we
provide a full range of support services to help them through this very difficult time. The cancer
center was designed by Gwathmey Siegel & Associates Architects with the goal of creating a comfortable
and open environment that would help foster the partnership between patient and caregiver.
Since our inception in 1996, we have been collecting and displaying art that is uplifting, diverse and
stimulating for our patients, caregivers and guests. The SVCCC Arts Project was developed to bring the
many talents found in the historic neighborhood of Chelsea where the cancer center is located into the
healthcare environment by offering gallery shows to local artists.
Viewing Hours for the Public:
Monday-Thursday: 4pm-6pm
Friday: 5pm-8pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
View our Permanent Collection
View Visiting Exhibition - The Art of Moon Hi Lee (April 7 - July 31, 2008)
Copyright in all images remains with the individual artists.
