Art LIVES here
Boardinghouse Arts is a creative home in Durham where queer, BIPOC, and womxn artists come together to create, collaborate, and thrive.
From private studios to gallery exhibitions and recording facilities, we provide the space, resources, and community for artists to grow and for culture to flourish.
A historic house, reimagined for the arts.
In a century-old boardinghouse on Trinity Avenue, we’ve created Durham’s inclusive arts hub, a place where artists can work, share, and thrive together.
Our building now features private studios, a contemporary gallery, and a professional recording space, designed to support creativity at every stage.
Our doors are open.
EXPLORE our SPACES
Private studios designed for artists to thrive
Affordable private studios in Durham designed for artists, writers, and creative professionals. Each space comes with natural light, secure access, and a built-in community of peers. Perfect for emerging and mid-career artists looking for space to grow.
A gallery for bold voices
A contemporary gallery that showcases bold, inclusive voices. From first shows to experimental exhibitions, our platform highlights queer, BIPOC, and emerging artists shaping Durham’s cultural future.
A recoding studio where your sound matters
Professional-grade audio facilities for musicians, podcasters, and sound artists. Whether you’re tracking an album or experimenting with new media, our studio is a resource for Durham’s creative community to make their voices heard.
A creative rental space for community & events
Host your next event, workshop, or celebration in a space rooted in creativity. Our historic boardinghouse offers flexible rental options in the heart of Durham, perfect for community gatherings, performances, or private events.
What we build is important. What we build it on matters MORE.
OUR VALUES in ACTION
BUILD the DOORS
We don’t wait for opportunities to open, we create them. By building our own infrastructure, we clear pathways for queer and BIPOC artists to move from first shows to sustained careers.
SHARE the WEALTH
Generosity is our gravity. We foster an environment where resources flow freely, from skills and space to knowledge and networks. True abundance comes from honoring both the giving and receiving of creative power.
COLLECTIVE WEALTH
True transformation flows from shared resources. We're creating systems that birth economic power, where artistic value generates real equity, where cultural capital builds lasting infrastructure.
PRACTICE with PURPOSE
Art is work, and work deserves its due. We're building structures where creative labor is valued, compensated, and sustained. Excellence emerges when artists have the resources to dive deep into their practice.
PLEASURE in PROCESS
Creation shouldn't be a grind. We're building a model where rigor meets joy, where sustainable practice leads to sustainable careers. The journey matters as much as the destination.
ROOTED IN LOVE
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OUR UPCOMING EVENTS
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EVENT 1
10.21 7:00-8:00PM
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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EVENT 2
10.21 7:00-8:00PM
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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EVENT 3
10.21 7:00-8:00PM
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
