Open Shelf
New Bedford, MA

Groundwork Art Space

Location
New Bedford, MA
Address
1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
Pitch method
Form, Email
Terms
Community art space in New Bedford prioritizing local and underrepresented artists. Rolling exhibition submissions (typically ≥2 months). Sales allowed with a price list; published policy: Groundwork takes no commission — artists collect payment and distribute sold work. Boutique community exhibition space — not a vendor mall.
Buying model
Consignment
Split & fees
100% artist / 0% Groundwork% of each sale to the brand
Local focus
Local artists in New Bedford and Fall River; underrepresented artists prioritized
Maker preferences
All mediums; work grounded in care, justice, curiosity, and connection to place; group shows encouraged
Buying windows
Rolling year-round submissions
Walk-ins
Drop-in visitors welcome Mon–Fri 9am–2pm; exhibitions by application
Carries
Art, Photography, Ceramics, Jewelry, Prints, Gifts
Instagram
Not listed
Last verified
2026-11-09

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