Founded in 1879 by the first graduating class of the Museum of Fine Arts School, “Co|So” is the nation’s oldest art association — another “Massachusetts first.” What is more, well over a century, it is still very much alive. With 700 jury-selected artist members nationwide (15% of applicants are added each year), 18 exhibitions annually, week-long workshops, and a “Fresh Paint” week and auction, Co|So is currently planning a larger future on the Internet that will explore new possibilities and potential for collective art markets. As geography is no longer a limiting factor, Co|So plans to reach long-distance collectors and a much-expanded audience by Internet marketing of the works of member artists, with full, downloadable exhibit catalogues and e-commerce functionality. A 75-page, 1979 centennial documentary history of Co|So will be brought up to date and electronically archived on the site. Traditional programming will continue to serve its members and the public — in-gallery lectures and demonstrations by members at local urban high schools.