Space Available for Artists

Odd Fellows

Odd Fellows Loft Apartments currently has commercial space for lease. The area is divided into two separate spaces that measure 23' x 6 ' and the other divided by a wall would measure 14' x 77'. These areas would avail themselves to artist work areas very easily. A shared multi-purpose enterprise could be accommodated easily as well. The space is served by a residential elevator leading to a large entry into the main space and a separate door leading into the smaller space. A service elevator located in the rear of the building could be utilized to get large equipment into the area. The spaces are well lit and parking is provided.

The space has central air and central heat. Rent is based on a share of the cost of utility's and taxes shared by the other commercial tenants in the building.

Interested entities should contact the lease office at 508-754-5339 and speak with Stephen Barry to arrange a tour of the space.

Sprinkler Factory

Located downtown Worcester, the Sprinkler Factory is a large complex with a rich history. It is now home to an eclectic mix of tenants: working artists in different media who find the space inspiring for painting, ceramics, music and dance. The gem of the building is the huge atrium in the center of the complex on the 2nd floor, available for exhibits, dancing and other performances. Visit the Sprinkler Factory website

Worcester Center for Crafts/ New Street GlassWorks

Glass Studios for rent. 8 studios. Free access to coldshop and flatshop. 20% discount on hot glass equipment rental time. 24 hour access. Work in a creative artistic glass community. $225/month. For more information, please contact Alex Bernstein at 508-757-1424 or abernstein@worcestercraftcenter.org

100 Tainter Street: Artists Live/Work and Work Space

David Zisskind of Green-Haus Development Inc. currently has 170,000 Sq. ft. available to artists at 100 Tainter Street, Worcester. (There may also be additional space available). This space is in a wonderful set of mill buildings lining the cobble stoned Tainter St., in Main South. He would like to invite anyone interested in work or live/work space in this building, to attend a forum on the 7th of June, 5-7p.m. in the boardroom of the Worcester YMCA, 766 Main Street . He is very interested in learning what requirements artists have -- such as water and electrical supplies, ventilation, dimensions and rental rates. He is also very interested in discussing the most effective ways to build a strong foundation for a strong, creative community that will be able to take root in the 100 Tainter Street location and stay there over the long term. If you are interested in this opportunity please respond directly to David Zisskind at (617) 592-7902 email dz.mercer@comcast.net

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