Grassroots of Tarboro

We have many, many talented artists, artisans and craftspeople in our area, from painters and potters, to woodworkers and musicians, but we do not have a suitable space for them to showcase their talents and market their work. An artists cooperative would not only benefit the artists and craftspeople but could be the beginning of an arts and culture economy for Tarboro.

For building space, we've already discussed using the front of our building at 305 N. Main st, but it needs a LOT of work. Another option is the old Majestic Theater building on Main Street. I got to see inside last week and it has potential. The lease is $1600/month or it is for sale for $175,000. - Both prices are way overboard for what it is, but the owner is anxious to get it off his hands and is willing to negotiate. Personally, I'd like to see this space as a gallery on the Main Street part of the building and a music venue in the back half. It has separate entrances and it would be FANTASTIC to have live music downtown that's not in a bar.

The Veterans Museum will be sponsoring an art show in the Sullivan Building (aka Constantine building) during May's 2nd Saturday. Rumor has it that they would love to see a gallery in that building year-round. Great idea!