Creative Hub
Worcester


Location: Worcester, Massachusetts

Creative Hub Worcester has transformed one of America’s original Boys & Girls Clubs—vacant for over a decade—into an extraordinary 33,000-square-foot anchor for artists, makers, and entrepreneurs. Acquired by the Arts & Business Council in 2017, the project required years of strategic investment and partnership before it was successfully transitioned to Creative Hub Worcester in April 2023. Officially opened on April 16, 2026, the property is now a vibrant, community-centered space designed to support creative work, economic opportunity, and long-term cultural growth. 



All photos courtesy of Sasha Pedro

Property Area

36,000 SF

Studios

26 (134-244 sf)

Uses

Studios, fine arts makerspace, gallery, community arts center, performing arts space, youth arts education + mentorship programs

Event Venues

Two, including a 4,000 sq. ft. main hall

The A&BC and Creative Hub Worcester worked together to revitalize one of the city’s greatest assets and establish a unique artists’ community and creative space. 




Funding for this project was provided by the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund, a program of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, administered through a collaborative arrangement between MassDevelopment and the Mass Cultural Council.

I just wanted to say that I am so excited that you have decided to use the former Ionic Avenue Boys Club for the new artist hub!! I’m so glad the building is going to get a second chance.

Jake Prew

Former Boys Club Member

See the Space

Key Attributes

  • Incubator Space & Artist Studios

    Dedicated studios and collaborative workspace for emerging and established artists.


  • Community Arts Classroom

    A public resource, including performance and exhibit space.  


  • Artisan’s Market

    A monthly makers/artists’ market supporting over 100 creative vendors, featuring local and handmade art, supporting local small business development. 
  

  • Youth Participation 

    250 children served annually

Press

Potential Central Street Studios purchase could be an arts preservation precedent for Somerville

Cambridge Day | April 8, 2025