Below is the first iteration of a registry for artists spaces – communities of artists with studios to rent – either long-term or short-term. Any information not filled out can be found by contacting and inquiring the venue or space directly.
Town | Name | Location | Types of Business | Studio Information | Leasing | Waiting List | Contact |
Bridgeport | American Fabrics Arts Building | 1069 Connecticut Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06607 |
Artists and creative businesses | Contact Edward Rosenblatt ed@westrockdevelopment.com or | |||
Bridgeport | The Knowlton | 305 Knowlton Street Bridgeport, CT 06608 |
A perfect spot for painters, sculptors, designers, photographers, writers, or other artists who are looking for a place to grow their creative skill and mindset. | Studios range from 250 – 650 square feet. All studios have 14’ ceiling and at least two or more very tall windows. Each unit has its own heat and AC and utilities are included in rent | Long-term and hourly rental | Yes, available Feb 2021 | Contact at info@theknowlton.com or (203) 900-4545 |
Bridgeport | Metro Art Studios |
345 Railroad Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06604
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Fine artists like painters, sculptors, printmakers, mixed media, and more. | 120 sq ft to 1425 sq ft, all studios include huge energy efficient windows, maple floors, and 11-18’ ceilings. Amenities: Freight elevator, fully ADA accessible building, exhibition opportunities, 4-5 events open to the public annually, 3 fully equipped kitchenettes, brand new renovation with thoughtful and energy efficient design choices, two areas suitable for offering workshops, spacious commercial gallery, professional development opportunities, state-of-the-art security system | 1-2 year leases; studios may be shared but both applicants must apply and be approved |
Applications are open for August 2021 occupancy
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Jane Davila: metroartstudios@gmail.com |
Bridgeport | NEST Arts Factory | 1720 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport CT 06605 | Artists of all mediums | 30 studios, sizes range from 150 sq ft to 600 sq ft. Gallery space for group shows, community room with exhibit space, common hall exhibit space, gift Shop featuring artist work for sale, community slop sink, art library, community kitchen with refrigerator, coffee maker and microwave, restrooms, utensils and serveware, community news table for biz cards and promotional materials. Heat is extra. | 1-2 years | Yes, apply to nestbpt@gmail.com | Contact Vic Mulaire: nestbpt@gmail.com or (203) 690-1335 |
Bridgeport | Reads Art Space | 1042 Broad Street Bridgeport, CT, 06604 |
Artists of all mediums | Contact: Todd Whitaker, Onsite Property Manager Millennium Real Estate Services – info@millennium-realty.com or Jennifer Marmol- jennifer.marmol@artspace.org or (203) 336-0435 |
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Bridgeport | Bridgeport Innovation Center | 955 Connecticut Avenue, Bridgeport CT 06607 |
Artists of all mediums | Contact Ian Sacarny: ian@crestwoodmgt.com or 203-333-2267 | |||
Bridgeport | Bridgeport Trade and Technology Center | 480 Barnum Avenue Bridgeport CT 06608 |
Artists of all mediums | Contact Kevin Reed – kdr@mybttc.com or 203-579-0551 | |||
Norwalk | Firing Circuits Artists | 30 Muller Avenue Norwalk, CT 06851 |
Artists of the fine arts | Sizes vary from 150 to 600 sq ft. Large windows, freight elevator, shared bathrooms, 24-hour access and utilities included in rent | Yes, available March 2021 | Contact:firingcircuitsartists@gmail.com or (203) 858-5382 | |
Norwalk | St Philips Artists Guild | 25 France Street Norwalk, CT 06851 |
Artists working in all mediums | Yes, available February 2021 | Contact Steve Magee – sjmagee@optonline.net or (917) 741-4528 | ||
Norwalk | Wilson Avenue Loft Spaces | 225 Wilson Avenue Norwalk, CT 06854 |
Anything that doesn’t involve heavy machinery. Not great for encaustics as our windows do not open. | 15 studios. Smallest: Has no windows, approx 12 x 11; Most: are around 12 x 25; Largest: 24×24. Amenities include: a central gallery used for shows, meetings, gathering for lunch, sometimes have events, and pre-Covid hosted a weekly qi Gong class. Utitlities are included and we split other costs such as website hosting, cleaning, etc | All leases are written for the length of my lease with the landlord. Just request that you give a 60 days notice if you’d like to leave before the end of the lease. | Yes, contact loriglavin3@gmail.com | Contact: Lori Glavin – loriglavin3@gmail.com or (203) 856-8306
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Norwalk | Norwalk Art Space | 455 West Avenue Norwalk, CT 06850 |
Artists of all mediums | At Norwalk Art Space, studios are given to artists for a year-long residency, starting in June of each year, in exchange for teaching aspiring high school age art students. | Contact: info@norwalkartspace.org | ||
Ridgefield | RPAC Art Center and Academy | 424 Main Street Ridgefield, CT 06877 |
Artists of all mediums | Studio Workspace includes: 24/7 access to the facility and state-of-the-art digital lab fully equipped with Adobe Creative Cloud software, scanner, and wide-format printers. Also includes security, storage, easels, disposal, WIFI, and use of common areas. | Offer 6-month or 12-month agreements which include the following special incentives. | Contact: Dee Dee Colabella – info@rpacartcenter.com or (475)-215-5740 | |
Stamford | Loft Artists Association | 575 Pacific Street Stamford, CT 06902 |
Artists that work in a broad range of mediums including painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, ceramics and installation. | Yes, contact for more information | Contact Mark Macrides – loftartistassociation@gmail.com or (203) 829-9560
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