In the City of Newark, New Jersey, October means the Open Doors Citywide Arts Festival! In less than a month, Newark Arts will celebrate sixteen years of Open Doors by providing unparalleled access to a bevy of cultural institutions, diverse artist studios and rich creative programming in New Jersey’s largest city. From October 12th through 15th, 2017 attendees will enjoy a complete schedule of exhibits,
From October 12th through 15th, 2017 attendees will enjoy a complete schedule of exhibits, pop ups, nightly gallery crawls, open artist studios and more, organized by date and location in the city (“Cluster”) for ease of access. Along with brand new programming featuring some of the biggest names in the art world, Newark Arts will host premium events for those stakeholders that are interested in getting a more exclusive experience, at a great price.
Featured programming includes:
Media and Buyers Preview and Mayor’s Reception (by invitation only)
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Newark Museum, 49 Washington St., Newark, NJ
Press and media are invited to join Newark Arts and select art buyers at a private preview tour of Open Doors. The tour will conclude at the “Welcome to Newark” Opening Reception hosted by Mayor Ras J. Baraka, featuring a Berkeley College-sponsored fashion presentation by designer, Marco Hall. By invitation only and space is limited. Buyer RSVP opens on September 20th at newarkarts.org/opendoors. For media access, please email lauren.craig@newarkarts.org.
First Time at Fownders Gallery featuring Danny Simmons
Thursday, October 12, 2017
9 pm to midnight
65 Sussex Ave, Newark, NJ
The University Heights Cluster will come alive during an Opening Reception for a solo exhibit by the internationally renowned artist, Danny Simmons, who will activate in the Fownders Gallery, a brand new participant in Open Doors. Free with RSVP. Visit newarkarts.org/opendoors beginning on September 12th to register.
M&T Bank Murals and Martinis™… and Music! A Public Art Tour
Saturday, October 14, 2017
11 am to 3 pm
Take a VIP tour bus ride with a Newark Arts vibe! See an amazing array of public art while enjoying light bites and “adult” sippy cups en route. We’ll end with a post-tour cocktail reception and sneak preview of the GRAMMY Museum Experience Prudential Center before it even opens! Early bird tickets are just $75. Visit newarkarts.org/opendoors beginning on September 14th to purchase.
Open Doors Kids
Saturday, October 14th, 2017
10 am to 3 pm
The newest initiative of Newark Arts’ mission to power the arts to transform lives, Open Doors Kids is a guide to programming that will engage youth and families through age-appropriate arts and cultural activities at NJPAC, Newark Museum, Newark Public Library, Newark Print Shop and more! Complete schedule to be announced!
Sound + Bombing. Music. Art. Skate
Saturday, October 14th, 2017
noon to 5 pm
The first annual Open Doors Sound+Bombing event is where art meets skate culture! Hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District, this event will be held at a secret location to be announced to those who RSVP. Visit newarkarts.org/opendoors beginning on September 14th to register.
Newark Arts presents A Conversation With…
Sunday, October 15, 2017
10 am to 12 pm
Gateway Project Spaces, 2 Gateway Center, Newark, NJ
Get inspired at a moderated conversation with internationally renowned abstract-expressionist painter and founder and Vice Chairman of the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and Rush Arts Gallery, Danny Simmons and special guest to be announced! Tickets are just $45. Visit newarkarts.org/opendoors beginning on September 14th to purchase.
Glambassador Open Doors Bar Crawl Passport
Four nights. Four clusters. Four unique guided experiences. Hop from amazing galleries and art venues to the city’s top bars and lounges, all while experiencing entertainment, lively conversation and laughs alongside Newark’s Creative Class. A different itinerary every night! WEEKLONG BAR CRAWL PASSPORT $75. CRAWL BY DAY $20. Visit newarkarts.org/opendoors beginning on September 14th to purchase.
Don’t miss the most exciting Open Doors Citywide Arts Festival yet!
About Open Doors Citywide Arts Festival (Open Doors): Open Doors, Newark Arts’ signature celebration of the arts, will take place from October 12-15, 2017 in Newark, New Jersey. Over four inspiring days, Newark’s bustling arts scene will explode with an awe-inspiring array of exhibits, screenings, workshops, artist talks, performances, open studios and more! Stay tuned to newarkarts.org/opendoors for a complete schedule of events and follow Newark Arts at facebook.com/newartarts, Twitter: @newark_arts and IG: @newarkarts.
