We host and collaborate on events that bring people together - rom live performances and art installations to local education and creative workshops.
Each activation is designed to celebrate Newark’s culture, support its artists, and strengthen the ties that make our community thrive.
Community Activations
A rotating marketplace of local vendors and collectors, offering vintage clothing, furniture, art, and design pieces — all within our creative community space.
Vintage Market
We host live performances that bring the community together — showcasing local musicians alongside emerging talent from beyond Newark. Each event blends genres, styles, and stories in a space built for creativity and sound.
Live Music
Our photo walks turn the neighborhood into a canvas. Led by local photographers, these walks explore light, texture, and architecture while connecting creatives who see beauty in everyday scenes. Selected work from each walk is later showcased in the studio, celebrating the perspectives that make Newark unique.
Photo Walks
Poets, storytellers, and performers fill the space with words that move and connect. These nights celebrate the power of language and the local voices shaping Newark’s creative identity.
Spoken Word
FAQs
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Absolutely! We regularly partner with local creatives, organizations, and community groups to host events of all kinds — from art shows and workshops to live music, film screenings, and neighborhood gatherings. Share a bit about your idea, and our team can help you plan the best way to bring it to life in our space.
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We can have up to 150 people in the building at any one time
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Our space is versatile and has hosted everything from live music nights, poetry readings, and art exhibitions to plant workshops, markets, and film screenings. Events that celebrate creativity, culture, and community tend to thrive here — especially those that make use of our open floor plan, unique architecture, and collaborative atmosphere. If your idea brings people together in a meaningful way, it’s a great fit for ODR.
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Yes — we often collaborate with community organizers and artists on grant applications and local funding opportunities. Our team can provide venue details, photos, budgets, and letters of support to strengthen your proposal, and we’re happy to brainstorm ways to align your project with community or arts funding goals. Just reach out early in your planning process so we can help set you up for success.