A new 40,000sqft cultural hub, Olive Tree House, is set to launch in Belfast in Spring 2025, offering a diverse range of spaces for artists, community groups, and cultural organizations to collaborate and connect.
Belfast is poised to embrace a new era of cultural vibrancy with the launch of Olive Tree House, a groundbreaking 40,000sqft cultural hub dedicated to fostering collaboration, creativity, and community engagement. Nestled just steps away from Belfast City Hall, this dynamic space will serve as a vibrant platform for artists, community groups, and cultural organizations passionate about promoting cultural diversity across the city.
Olive Tree House, home to ArtsEkta, one of Belfast's largest cultural organizations, will offer a diverse array of flexible spaces across five floors. These include an event space, a dance studio, co-working spaces, a wellbeing studio, a gallery, on-site catering, and meeting spaces. With a commitment to inclusivity and cultural exchange, Olive Tree House aims to become a central meeting point for artists, communities, and cultural groups from all backgrounds, fostering new collaborations that reflect the evolving identity of Belfast.Renovation works are currently underway, with the eagerly anticipated launch scheduled for Spring 2025. The hub will also offer affordable artist studio space, providing a vital resource for a diverse range of creatives, designers, and makers. Supported by Belfast City Council's Vacant to Vibrant Scheme, Olive Tree House represents a significant investment in Belfast's cultural future. As anticipation builds for the official launch, ArtsEkta has commissioned acclaimed street artist Zippy Reynolds to create a captivating mural that will adorn the building's facade. This vibrant and colorful artwork, bursting with intricate storytelling, symbolizes ArtsEkta's mission to unite communities through the transformative power of culture and creativity. The mural will serve as a lasting landmark, representing the arts' ability to bridge cultures and foster a profound sense of belonging.
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