GET INVOLVED
Public Space One community-driven, which means we rely on, and always welcome, individuals who want to get involved in making PS1 happen.
We have a variety of ways that you can plug in with varying degrees of formality and time commitment:
• general volunteer email list — we send emails to this list when we need help with one-time tasks like events, facilities projects, etc. It’s a great way to get your feet wet or help when when it’s convenient for you. Join here.
• gallery team — this committed volunteer group meets twice a month, curates our gallery and Free Studio Residency, and works with artists and PS1 staff to produce exhibitions and artist projects. Email gallery@publicspaceone.com with interest.
• community-access studios: You can get involved with the Iowa City Press Co-op (printmaking and book arts) by becoming an ICPC member. The Media Arts Co-op (audio, video, and new media) is in the process of developing its membership model, and in the meantime folks who are interested in helping the MAC grow can join the MAC working group.
• fundraising work group — this group of board members, staff, and volunteers works on a variety of fundraising initiatives including events, grant writing, and community partnerships. Contact info@publicspaceone.com
• the Center for Afrofuturist Studies — Help with onsite and virtual needs of the Center for Afrofuturist Studies, from the reading room to visiting artists to social media. Email cas@publicspaceone.com if you're interested!
• workshops — we offer artist-led community workshops for adults and older teens and would love to connect if you’re interested in teaching or helping organize workshops. Contact kalmia@publicspaceone.com
• facilities work group — opportunities to work on and learn about caring for historic structures and gardens. sign up here.
• board of directors — the board is responsible for the governance, budget, and broad mission of the organization. More information and an application form can be found here.
• space hosts: Responsible and friendly volunteers to host regular open hours at our locations. Contact info@publicspaceone.com
• art action list: A listserv for folks who are interested in using their creative practices to support social justice initiatives -- join here.
Questions? Other things you want to help with? To connect, email: INFO@PUBLICSPACEONE.COM and let us know what you’re interested in — we’d be happy to chat more and get you plugged in!