Dumbo Open Studios To Feature 60+ Artists This Weekend

DUMBO, BROOKLYN —The neighborhood's annual peek into its diverse art scene will kick off this weekend with the return of Dumbo Open Studios, an annual event where artists open their doors to the public.

The event, hosted by Art in Dumbo, will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday. Both newer and established artists across Dumbo and Vinegar Hill will have their studios and workspaces available to visitors.

The neighborhood-wide event is a chance for the public to interact with the artists and get to know the arts community, organizers said.

“We are thrilled to have the artists of DUMBO open their doors again and share the work they are creating in the neighborhood,” said Kate Gavriel, Cultural Affairs Director at Two Trees. “There is a diverse set of artists, galleries and cultural institutions that call DUMBO their open and we are happy to celebrate them with DUMBO Open Studios.”

This year's studio highlights include Adam Liam Rose, Arash Fewzee, Heather Hunt, Jessica Segal, Kameelah Janan Rasheed and many more. Several artist in residence programs will be having open studios, such as the Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program, Triangle Arts Association, and Smack Mellon Artist Studio Program.

Different galleries will also be included, such as the Center for Cuban Studies, the Platform Project Space United Photos Industry and Gallery 55.

“There is so much talent in this neighborhood. Come find a new favorite artist and see it all for yourself! DUMBO Open Studios gives you easy access and a rare glimpse into legendary artist spaces in the neighborhood,” said Alexandria Sica, Executive Director of DUMBO Improvement District.

Art in Dumbo is a resource that provides information about art events, galleries and residency programs in the neighborhood. A full list of artists participating and a map of all the studios, galleries and workspaces to check out can be found at the organization's website here.