Asylum Collective
4.1 (34)gallery
4.1 (34)Programming supported by door donations averaging $2.20 per person
Follow the pink stairs into this subterranean nonprofit space for art shows, live radio, and intimate underground raves.
Description
Operated by a volunteer collective, this basement venue serves as a multi-purpose hub for artist residencies, performance, and community resources like a tool library. The space functions as an intimate, underground basement venue, maintaining a distinctly grassroots character through its self-managed programming. While the environment is celebrated for its welcoming energy and community-focused reach, its compact layout means that crowded dance parties or popular events can lead to significant friction at the bar and limited restroom availability.
Good to know
Single-stall restroom
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