What is Rhizome?
Rhizome is an internet-based arts organization affiliated with the New Museum in New York, dedicated to fostering contemporary art that enriches and critically examines digital cultures. Since its online inception in 1996, Rhizome has been at the forefront of supporting art and technology, pioneering new approaches to artistic creation, distribution, and reception. Through exhibitions, events, commissions, collection development, and critical writing, the organization actively re-thinks artistic practices in response to the evolving digital landscape. Its mission centers on cultivating richer and more critical digital cultures through a global lens.
How much funding has Rhizome raised?
Rhizome has raised a total of $150K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$150K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in Rhizome
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Rhizome?
The recent strategic investment signifies Rhizome's established position and its ongoing importance in the intersection of art and technology. As a leading international organization, this capital infusion is likely to bolster its capacity for commissioning new digital artworks, expanding its critical writing initiatives, and enhancing its digital infrastructure. The late-stage funding context suggests a focus on sustainable growth and deepening its impact on contemporary art discourse, particularly within the digital realm. Rhizome is poised to continue its influential role in shaping how art engages with and critiques the internet.
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