ARTS WITH A PURPOSE.
Better World Studios is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, multipurpose arts facility located in the historic Hickman Hall building in Graniteville, South Carolina. Our mission is simple: to foster creative community through the arts by offering private artist studio rentals, public gallery and exhibition space, artist-led workshops, and more.
ABOUT BETTER WORLD STUDIOS
The vision for Better World Studios began in 2021 with the displacement of local artists who needed a new venue to create and display their art, gather and learn, teach, or perform for the community. We developed a concept built on principles of collaboration and reciprocity. Our mission became: Better World Studios fosters creative community through the arts for a more expressive, just, and sustainable world. With the purchase of the historic Hickman Hall building in Graniteville, South Carolina, our vision became reality.
Upcoming Events
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Wine, Women, & Song
March 28 5:00 PM
In honor of March as Women’s History Month, join us at Better World Studios in downtown Graniteville for a celebration of women in the arts, both well-known and local! Register below.
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Fusion Poetry Night
March 28 6:00 PM
Join us for an open mic co-hosted by The Town Square and Better World Studios, with Dr. Eric Carlson as a featured reader.
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Faces & Figures
April 11 5:00 - 7:00 PM
We invite you to join us for artist demonstrations, portrait sitting, youth workshops, and figures through the fiber arts.
Key dates:
April 11, Friday Opening artist exhibit and reception | 5pm - 7pm
April 12 , Saturday Opening Day - Meet The Artists Demonstrations | 11am - 3pm
April 19, Saturday MEET THE ARTISTS Youth Workshops | 11am to 3pm
ARTIST & COMMUNITY SERVICES:
Artist Studio Rentals
We offer both private and open studio spaces for artists to rent. Our studios are available for one year leases and are centrally located on the first floor of Hickman Hall.
Display Your Art
Wall space is available for artists to rent on a month-to-month basis, with an extended rental option available as well. Display walls are located on the first floor.
Exhibition Space
Our main gallery space features abundant natural lighting and historic charm of a turn-of-the-century Classical Revival building.
Community Events
Our goal is to provide the community with accessible and limited-cost workshops and events with the aim to foster and grow the creative community.
Event Venue Rental
The second floor of Hickman Hall is available to the public for private event rentals. Our facility features a large open floor plan and additional features.
Art Workshops
More information coming soon!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
We invite you to join us at Hickman Hall. Whether it’s for a exhibition opening, community celebration, studio open house or something else, Better World Studios offers a wide range events for the public to enjoy.
We look forward to seeing you!
