seed & purpose

We’re thrilled to introduce something new to the farm — not a building or a program, but a space re-imagined.

seed & purpose is the farm’s brand-new pop-up gallery and creative gathering place, housed in one of our historic barns, and transformed as needed to host seasonal art shows and special events.

It’s rustic, radiant, and rooted in community.

Hours

Closed |only open for special events and showings.

upcoming shows

Debuting during this year’s Blue Jean Ball, Square Roots is our very first show — a vibrant collection of small-format artworks created by Homesteads for Hope’s apprentices, staff, families, volunteers, and neighbors.

All artwork will be available for online preview ahead of the event, and will be sold in person during the Blue Jean Ball for just $20 each. Every piece purchased supports the Farm’s mission to cultivate purpose, belonging, and opportunity for people of all abilities.

  • Sept 1: Final deadline to drop off artwork

  • Sept 4: Exhibit opens to the public (Thursdays at the Farm) & online

  • Sept 26: Blue Jean Ball: all artwork available for purchase (in-person only)

FAQ: Square Roots

  • Because from a single square of space, something beautiful can grow.

  • Sept 1: Final deadline to drop off artwork

    Sept 4: Exhibit opens to the public (Thursdays at the Farm) & online

    Sept 26: Blue Jean Ball: all artwork available for purchase (in-person only)

  • Whether you're an art lover, a supporter of inclusive creativity, or just curious to see what grows when people are given space to thrive — Square Roots is for you. Come see what’s growing in our gallery — but if something speaks to you, the only way to claim it is by attending the Blue Jean Ball.

  • 100% of proceeds supports the farms ongoing mission to cultivate purpose, belonging, and opportunity for people of all abilities.

  • Any medium is welcome: paint, collage, fiber, photography, wood, mixed media, etc.

  • Complete both left and right side of the submission form for each individual artwork. There is no fee to enter. Artwork entries are accepted now until the entry deadline date.

    Mail artworks to:

    Homesteads for Hope
    2185 Manitou Road Rochester NY
    Rochester, NY 14606
    ATTN: Beth Sumner | Square Roots

  • Of course. The goal is to gather many pieces of original works of art. Each person may enter up to 5 artworks.

  • All artwork will be displayed anonymously — names revealed only after purchase

  • Yes, Squares (or cubes!) allowed- 6ish by 6ish by 6ish inches. Please keep in mind that the piece will need to hang. Make it work! If you have questions, reach out to Beth at the farm.

  • 6ish x 6ish x 6ish means just that. It’s a loose measurement. The show is aiming to be a beautiful community exhibition of small-format (square) artworks. We would like to keep it around the same size, but sometimes in life things run a little small, or a little big- you know, the ish. Don’t fret about getting it EXACTLY the right size! Be creative, have fun - stay in the ish.

  • Yes. Please keep in mind that it will be hanging, and will need to be wired.

  • Hey - it’s yours to do with as you want. As long as it’s 6ish x 6ish x 6ish and can hang, have at it. It will still be $20.

  • that sounds cool - remember, up to five!

  • No. Any works not sold by the end of the ball will remain for sale in our farm store. We reserve the right to sell works for less than $20.

  • We will try to include EVERY piece submitted. We reserve the right to omit any piece that does not reflect our values and mission as a farm. If your piece is not accepted, it will be returned.

  • No glitter. No unfixed charcoal or pastel. Must be a 6ish x 6ish (x6ish) square or cube. That’s it!

  • Yes, the copyright belongs to the artist upon creation and remains as such. It is important to include contact information with your piece so that the buyer can contact you.