GETTING INTO OUR SPACE
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Besides offering free access to gallery exhibitions, public discussions, art events and to our working tenant artists & studios, ClearWater is also a ‘hub’ where artists, performers, hobbyists, amateurs and professionals of all experience levels can come together. We also offer some classes & workshops, depending. We offer two Gallery spaces, plus two outdoor spaces, for rent for private events AND we collaborate if you want to organize a creative event free and open to the public, in our space. See Links below, and Call or Email to discuss or inquire!
Note: our Drop-in Hours are: W /Th /Fri, 12 Noon - 5pm AND Sat., 10a.m. - 2p.m. ONLY. All other times, please call to schedule an apt., or to make sure staff is here to let you in. For tour requests, please schedule ahead! Thanks!
Please Note:
With the NC Governor’s most recent Executive Order lifting restrictions for the Corona Virus/ COVID-19 pandemic, and in line with other City facilities, our Gallery spaces re-opened on May 24, 2021 to the public. As of Spring 2023 we have a full slate of Guest Artist Exhibitions, plus some Events, a re-launch of 2nd Saturday Open Studios, and more Classes continuing to ramp up. Check back here and on our social media for the latest!
We look forward to welcoming you into our public spaces!
Take a Tour
Find out what we have to offer in a free, guided tour of our multi-building campus including our 2,200 square foot Main Gallery and our Lower-Level (LL) 2nd Gallery & Events Room.
Tours are given upon request, and MUST be scheduled in advance - contact the ClearWater Coordinator via phone or email.
Group Tours that wish to meet artists within their studios as part of the tour, and discuss particular interests, for example high school students, seniors, corporate working groups, clubs, etc., must be arranged in advance. The farther ahead you plan, the more artists are likely to be available! Call to inquire.
Click to view Operations Bldg. Upper Level Floor Plan
Main Entrance Door faces Crowell Dr NW
Click to view Lower Level (LL) Floor Plan -
Greenway Gallery Doors open towards Kerr St.
Our original street signs - Now replaced, in Nov 2019 with our new name, clearwater arts center & studios, and— on kerr street— with an animated led sign to let passers-by know our programming.
Rent Our Space
Make your next private event unforgettable in the unique, former-industrial-come art gallery setting of ClearWater Artist Studios! Our main indoor event area, the Gallery, features 2,200 square feet of space, plus a lobby area, with a capacity of up to 205 people. We also have a covered outdoor space, the Market, and a spacious Green lawn bordered by trees. In late 2017 our newest space, the Greenway Gallery/ Events Room, became available with a full kitchen, lots of windows, and the adjoining, covered patio facing the Green.
Artist Studios for Lease
ClearWater leases studio space to artists who benefit from broad access to our events, promotional resources, and being part of our collaborative creative community. Studio renters are welcome to host clients and open studio events in their private rental studio space. They may also exhibit works in the Gallery spaces, working with the Coordinator to integrate with other programming.
Guest Artist Shows in the Gallery
Our Guest Artist Series was created in early 2016 to showcase high-quality artists in our region who are emerging or don't otherwise have an established venue or collecting audience for their works. This keeps our Gallery constantly activated with new, interesting art on view, and a roster of Artist Talks and Opening Reception events for the public. It helps boost artist careers in our area and connect artists to their local community, and provides collectors with another stream of original art available for purchase.
If you'd like more information on accessing or renting space at ClearWater Artist Studios, Contact the ClearWater Coordinator:
email: gays (at) concordnc.gov
Phone: (704) 920-6600
