Join Powerhouse Arts for Crafternoons, a series of free, drop-in art workshops for families, kids, and neighbors of all ages. Visitors will have the chance to explore fabrication shops and community studios, and then roll up their sleeves and dive into fun, hands-on set builds inspired by the upcoming performance festival Powerhouse: International. There will also be a chance to win free tickets to one of the Powerhouse: International shows.

Powerhouse Arts, a not-for-profit organization committed to creative expression, stewarded the redevelopment of the former Brooklyn Rapid Transit Power Station in Gowanus to create a new facility that houses fabrication facilities for ceramics, large metals, print, public art, and textiles. The building—designed by Herzog & de Meuron in collaboration with PBDW Architects—re-imagines the historic power plant as a new art center that meets the multidisciplinary needs of the contemporary arts ecosystem, with multi-use facilities for education, events, and public engagement.

Please note: the Grand Hall, Small Hall, and exhibition galleries will be closed to visitors during OHNY Weekend for the Powerhouse: International performance festival. Space is limited inside the fabrication shops and community studios and lines are expected for entry.

Family Programming: 12-3pm

Powerhouse Arts in Brooklyn invites you to Crafternoons—a series of free, drop-in art workshops for families, kids, and neighbors of all ages. Participants can roll up their sleeves for hands-on art-making projects inspired by our upcoming performance festival, Powerhouse: International. Join us during Open House New York Weekend to design costumes and characters. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just curious to try something new, Crafternoons offers a welcoming space to explore creativity, connect with the community, and contribute to a collaborative artwork that will come to life during the festival.

Plus, attendees will be entered to win free tickets to a Powerhouse: International performance!

Sidewalk-level entrances that are accessible by car are available along 3rd Avenue. No onsite parking is available.

Strollers must be parked in a designated stroller and bike parking section. Powerhouse is not responsible for any stolen or damaged items.

Bags larger than an adult backpack (such as a large duffel bag or suitcase) are not permitted.

A quiet room is accessible to attendees throughout the program, and sensory kits are available at the front desk. Seats with back support are available throughout our space. Ask Powerhouse staff if you need help finding a place to sit.

No pets allowed, only service animals.

Open food and beverage containers are not allowed.

Guests are encouraged to take photographs of the facility, but please respect any signs of artwork that note where photographs are not allowed.

Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

For additional questions regarding accessibility, please don't hesitate to reach out to info@powerhousearts.org. Accessibility or general questions can also be directed to Powerhouse staff at the front desk in the Lobby throughout the day.