We are creating a permanent home for artistic experimentation and community in downtown Iowa City in two historic houses at 225 & 229 N. Gilbert St.
a gallery embedded in a welcoming community space
increased space for the Iowa City Press Co-op, our community-access educational print and book arts studio, with a new dedicated classroom space and loads of natural light
a public reading room & archive for The Center for Afrofuturist Studies
a dedicated residency studio for the CAS and Free Studio Residency
light-filled private studios for local artists
an outdoor space for community gatherings and creative events of all kinds
Beyond that!
New opportunities for artists
New life for two historic houses in the heart of the Northside
A permanent home base for Iowa City’s artist-run, community-driven contemporary art center
Through years of sustained energy and ingenuity, countless volunteer hours, and an ethos that harnesses and amplifies the creative ideas of our specific community, we have steadily built a locally-resourced, regionally-recognized, and nationally known community arts venue, an Iowa hub for contemporary art, artists, and audiences who desire connection to and a platform for new art ideas and actions. (Check out some highlights here!)
The City of Iowa City has recognized our contribution to the local creative community and awarded us an opportunity to purchase two adjacent historic houses on N. Gilbert St., just a few blocks from our current location, along with support to cover the down payment (thank you!!)
Starting in August, we began transforming this corner into a dynamic and accessible art center and a permanent home for our artist-led, community-driven organization.
TIMELINE
(subject to change)
September
final programming in the Wesley space
225 N. Gilbert remodel
Oct. 4 (gallery walk)
open house at 229 N. Gilbert for first exhibition opening during Gallery Walk
January
IC Press Co-op re-opens at 225 N. Gilbert
Spring 2020 [POSTPONED]
Donor thank-you celebration
WISH LIST
Have any of these you’re willing to donate? We’d be happy to coordinate pickup and provide a receipt
• rain barrels
• cool rug
• industrial/heavy-duty shelving
• perennial plants and trees
• heat press
• professional printmaking hotplate
• large metal print drying rack
• vacuum screenprinting exposure unit
PRESS
“A new space for Public Space One” Iowa City Press-Citizen Aug. 7, 2019
“Public Space One to relocate to ‘a home for possibilities’ in Iowa City’s Northside for fall 2019” Little Village Aug. 6, 2019
How else can you help?
• check out our wish list
• volunteer for facilities work, etc.
• become a PS1 sustaining member
• other ideas…?
get in touch: info@publicspaceone.com
319-855-1985
donations can also be mailed to:
229 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA 52245
$100,000 Campaign Goal
WHAT WE NEED // WHAT YOU’RE FUNDING
crucial repairs and upkeep for these historic structures including a new roof for 225 N. Gilbert
remodeling 225 N. Gilbert
moving! (including several tons of printing equipment)
putting ADA-compliant public restrooms in both houses
building a ramp and deck that connects the two houses, makes them wheelchair accessible, and creates an outdoor gathering/performance space
THANK YOU to our visionary supporters:
