Open Studios 2025
Sat Nov 22—Sun Nov 23, Noon—6 PM
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Plan Your Visit
Location
What to Expect
What to Bring
Finding Your Way
Accessibility
Participate
Be a BAA Member
Registration
Prepare Your Website & Artist Info
Plan Your Display
Submit Work for the Gallery Show
Volunteer
Share & Invite
Brickbottom Open Studios is an annual event where artists in the Brickbottom community open their studio doors to the public. Visitors can explore a wide range of artwork, meet the artists, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how and where the work is made. It’s one of the longest-running Open Studios events in the region and a highlight of the local arts calendar.
Whether you're a resident or affiliate artist, this is your opportunity to share your work, connect with the community, and be part of one of Somerville’s most beloved art events.
Plan Your Visit
Location
Brickbottom Artists Building
1 Fitchburg Street, Somerville, MA
Train: We are located right off the East Somerville Green Line T-Stop
Parking: Limited free lot and street parking available
What to Expect
Visit studios across three buildings and the courtyard
Start at the front of the building to check in and grab a map
Artwork is often available for purchase
Some studios may offer demos or small activities
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes
A bag for purchases
Cash — many artist’s accept credit card, but some prefer cash
Finding Your Way
Pick up a map at the entrance
Follow the “More Art This Way” signs throughout the building
Volunteers will be available to assist
Accessibility
The building is wheelchair accessible and has several elevators. Some units have stairs or are crowded. Use your best judgment when bringing a wheelchair or stroller.
For specific needs, email: openstudios@brickbottom.org
Participate
Make Sure You're a Current BAA Member
All artists must be active members of the Brickbottom Artists Association (BAA).
Join or renew your membership here
Register by Sept. 15
Register for Open Studios Here
Registration after Sept. 15 will…
incur a $50 late fee
Mean that you will be excluded from the printed directory
Miss important email updates, including gallery drop-off info
Prepare Your Website & Artist Info
All participating artists will be listed on brickbottom.org, with a link to your personal website. Make sure your site and social media is up and running!
Plan Your Display
For Resident Artists:
You can show work in your studio and in hallways near your studio. Make sure you’ve signed your liability waiver
Do not hang art in “reserved” zones
Do not post individual directional signs — we’ll provide generic arrows
For Affiliate (Non-Resident) Artists:
We’ll try to match you with a space or host
Space is first come, first served
If you’ve shown before, reach out to your former host and see if they’ll host you again
We only have about 25 spots available for non-residents. If no space is available, you’ll get a refund
You may use your own display or lighting equipment
Submit Work for the Gallery Show
Each artist may display one piece in the Brickbottom Gallery as part of a preview exhibition.
Drop-off/pick-up instructions will be sent by email.
Make sure your contact info is accurate!
Volunteer
This is a community-run event — your help matters!
Sign up for a task: Volunteer Signup will open
Share & Invite
Make sure your friends, family, and fans know you’ll be here! You’ll get:
25 printed postcards (more available by request)
A digital invite to use in emails or social media posts
Help us spread the word by posting widely!
On behalf of the Open Studios Committee, the BAA Board and the Gallery Coordinators, we thank you!
Questions? Email openstudios@brickbottom.org