SWAMP: Southwest Alternate Media Project

Specialties

Southwest Alternate Media Project, or SWAMP as it is affectionately referred to as, is one of the oldest non-​profit organizations that promotes the creation and appreciation of film, video, and new media as art forms of a multicultural community. Since its inception in 1977, SWAMP has assisted filmmakers in their careers with the annual Business of Film Conference and cultivated film enthusiasts by showcasing independent films on The TERRITORY which airs on PBS. Visit www​.swamp​.org to become involved as a member, donor or partner today!

History

Established in 1977.

SWAMP is a non-​profit organization that encourages a multicultural community to create and

appreciate film. We encourage the creation of film by offering: workshops, youth programs, film

conferences, screening, coverage services, competitions, grants and fiscal sponsorships. We encourage the appreciation of film by offering: screenings, events, salons, lectures, The Territory and a Kid’s Club. We serve to preserve the history of film in Houston as well as support the future of film culture in our region.

SWAMP: Southwest Alternate Media Project also recommends

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Public Services & Government

SWAMP: Southwest Alternate Media Project says,

«This non-​profit arts organization is a great resource to those who are interested in producing TV/​Radio shows for the public access channel, HMS-​TV.»

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Art Galleries

SWAMP: Southwest Alternate Media Project says,

«This is the organization you need to be a member of if you are an artist, filmmaker or non-​profit arts company.»