The Underbelly Project

The Underbelly Project was an unofficial, secret art space created beneath the streets of New York City, specifically in an abandoned subway station. Artists transformed this underground location into a vibrant gallery showcasing street art, murals, and installations without formal permission. It remained hidden from the public eye, maintaining a clandestine status until its anonymous discovery in 2014. The project highlighted creativity thriving outside traditional galleries, emphasizing themes of urban decay and artistic expression in unconventional spaces. It sparked conversations about art, permission, and the boundaries of public and private art presentation.