Quick Synopsis
The Lab: Creative Resource Center is a Creative Collaborative Event Space dedicated to uplifting black and brown creatives from all walks of life. We offer in-house events, but also offer affordable rental options for intimate birthday dinners, fundraisers, showcases, workshops, meetings, and MORE!
We Offer Monthly In-House Events!
We aren’t hosting any “Monthly Events” Currently. If you are interested in hosting something monthly, please contact us!
1) Every couple of months we host an event titled, “For the Love of Poetry” which enlists local poets, musicians, and creatives to showcase their work! The next one is November 17th, 2023. The first one of the New Year will be in February.
2) We have Pop Up Karaoke Events for ALL AGES! “SPEAK EASY” is dedicated to old-school music, while any other pop-up is usually 21+.
You can always pay at the door! Some events are available on Eventbrite.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Lab located?
We are located DOWNTOWN at 125 State Street & our doors officially open on January 21st. We will be decorating, but to a minimum, so anyone’s vision can be created in the space.
Where is The Lab’s Parking?
There is Street Parking & A Large Parking Lot Behind the Building (City Hall Parking Lot). Events are directed to happen during the time when the lot is free ( After 5:30 pm on Weekdays & All Day on Saturdays & Sundays).
What Type of Events Do The Lab Host?
Currently, we host intimate gatherings like brunches, dinners, and meetings. We are open to hosting any type of creative event, workshop, fundraiser, showcase, painting with a twist, art show, pop-up shops, artistic celebrations, etc.
What is included when booking The Lab?
Regardless of the booking tier, the space comes with tables and chairs. It also comes with a non-alcoholic bar and attendant and a sound system. You can customize the space during your time any way you see fit.
Can Alcohol Be Provided?
We currently are a Dry Space, primarily. If you would like to add alcohol to your event for purchase, you will have to have a licensed mobile bartending service come in and serve at your event. We currently have a partnership with Taste My Glass mobile bartending service.
What is The Lab’s Capacity?
It depends on how you decide to set up your room. Comfortably (standing room) is around 65-70 people. When people are just sitting without tables, about 50-60. With tables and chairs ( we have various sized tables), we say about 40-50 people.