AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – A new arts-focused community space is set to open in downtown Amherst, bringing together local artists, makers, and educators under one roof.
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The Hive Collective will officially open on Friday at 49 Boltwood Walk with a grand opening celebration scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m.
The new multifunctional space will feature an arts market, gallery and makerspace aimed at expanding arts participation and cultural access in the community.
(Courtesy of Amherst Business Improvement District)
The project is a collaboration between the Amherst Business Improvement District, Amherst Innovative Living and the Amherst Center Cultural District.
“At The Hive Collective, we’re here to shine a light on local craftsmanship and the real people behind it,” said Aaron Andrews, founder of The Hive Collective. “I’ve always felt…