Experience the Creative Spirit of Industry City at Open Studios

On Saturday, May 17, from 12–6 PM, Industry City invites you to go behind the scenes at Open Studios. Explore the workspaces of more than 60 artists, designers, and creators who bring energy and imagination to our campus every day. This annual event offers a rare opportunity to meet the innovators who call Industry City home and experience firsthand the creativity that fuels our community. Free and open to the public, Open Studios is your chance to discover what makes Industry City a destination for makers of all kinds.

What is Open Studios?

Open Studios is an annual event where the businesses that call Industry City home open their doors for a day of exploration and community building. It’s not just about fine art — you’ll find a wide range of creative spaces including architecture firms, fashion studios, retail shops, and more.

Meet the Makers

The finalized list of more than 60 participating studios and businesses will be posted in the coming days.
For now, here’s a first look at some of the creators you’ll be able to visit:

Rusty Zimmerman
Rusty Zimmerman is an American artist and founder of the Free Portrait Project. His 200 life-sitting portraits and recorded oral histories of Crown Heights have been exhibited at the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Children’s Museum, and Brooklyn Borough Hall, and are part of the permanent collection at Poster House NYC.

Morbid Anatomy
Morbid Anatomy is a Brooklyn-based library and gift shop dedicated to exploring death, culture, and the macabre through a collection of books, artifacts, and curiosities. Open most weekends with free admission, the library invites visitors to browse works on topics ranging from anatomical art to the occult. Morbid Anatomy also regularly hosts exhibitions, lectures, and events that celebrate the strange and the beautiful.

COVL
COVL is a Puerto Rican multidisciplinary artist and storyteller whose vibrant cultural identity and raw skill have led to collaborations with Nike, Netflix, Ulta Beauty, and more. Her work, spanning hand-painted basketball courts to contemporary painting, explores themes of healing, heritage, and creativity. In 2025, COVL continues her journey as an artist-in-residence at Industry City, leading programs focused on creative enrichment.

Tanya Weddemire Gallery
The Tanya Weddemire Gallery is a Brooklyn-based gallery dedicated to showcasing emerging and established artists across mediums including painting, sculpture, photography, and fashion. With thoughtful curation and a focus on cultural and historical connections, the gallery creates exhibitions that deepen the value of art and its role in exploration.

Tagliente Studio
Tagliente Studio is a creative hub where beauty and art come together, offering nails by Claudia De Pace Botardo, hair styling by Lola Leon, and traditional tattoos by Pierre Botardo. Known for its bold style and inclusive spirit, the studio has become a favorite spot at Industry City to refresh, recharge, and express yourself.

Court Tree Collective
Court Tree Collective is a family-run gallery committed to representing emerging and outsider artists through a dynamic, community-focused approach. Founded in 2013, the gallery showcases authentic, unconventional works that challenge perceptions and encourage artistic dialogue. Alongside exhibitions in Brooklyn, Court Tree Collective curates shows at satellite locations across the U.S. and abroad.

Plan Your Visit

Open Studios at Industry City is free and open to the public — no tickets or RSVP required. Just head to our campus on May 17 and start exploring.
Maps and onsite signage will help you find open studios, exhibitions, and experiences throughout the day.

The final list of participants and a full map will be posted soon. Be sure to check back here and follow us on Instagram @industrycity for the latest updates.

While you’re here, take time to explore our Design District, where you’ll find home decor and furniture outlets, vintage home finds, and artisanal goods from some of Brooklyn’s most creative makers.

See You at Open Studios

Open Studios takes place Saturday, May 17, from 12–6 PM at Industry City.
The event is free and open to the public — no RSVP needed.
Find us at 220 36th Street, Suite 2-A, Brooklyn, NY 11232, and follow onsite signage to start your journey.
Stay tuned for the full tenant list and map, and follow @industrycity for updates.