Artists For Humanity Epicenter

A very cool event space! My company threw a sponsored event here and we were blown away with the venue. The staff was very friendly and helpful, doing everything they could to be accommodating and it made fore a very successful night. My only complaint was that the main floor doesn’t have a bathroom, you have to go all the way up a high traffic staircase right next to the venue entrance to get there. That aside, I’d definitely consider throwing an event here again in Boston.

I was on a line for a Home Front party hosted by this establishment until I was approached by a squat older woman with long white hair.
She checked me and my friends tickets then claimed we needed to pay an extra 20 dollars to het in despite the fact I payed 6 for the ticket.
My friends payed but I refused after I did so she then said my license was «expired» and refused to let me in.
She was scalped extra money from me and my friends. If you want to get in be ready to bribe security.

This space is awesome! I happened to be a first time visitor for the Lovesick Bridal Expo this past Sunday and I was so impressed. The staff and caterers from the humanity hall were so friendly. The space has a great look and was able to host about 30 vendors, stilt walkers, aerialists, a band and a bar. The look is very industrial and reminds me a lot of some of the re– purposed event spaces in the east village in NYC. Very cool space and If I ever need an event venue in Boston, this would be a go to! (Also, there was a ton of parking options which is so sweet in any city!

Great «Green» Southie Space!
(I attended the Chevy Volt Klout Up event here)
THE LAYOUT: Sky high ceilings make the space
seem larger than it is, and offer huge walls
as blank canvases for social media screens or art displays.
THE FUNCTION: Lovely for large parties, this epicenter allows for
live entertainment interacting with art displays, and dining.
The indoor/​outdoor area is accessible via a gigantic garage door…
making this look like it was once a loading dock.
THE STAFF: Exceptionally friendly, chatty and informative.
The venue even offers the option of a VIP section.
THE DEAL: Check out their «Greatest Party On Earth!»
Their annual bash takes place right around earth day.

I attended an incredibly adorable and whimsical (think retro Polaroid cameras, an heirloom tomato carving station, a carnitas taco station, and mid-​celebration bride/​groom costume changes) wedding at Artists For Humanity and thought that usage of the space was done brilliantly.
What I appreciated most about the venue itself (which I envision to be a pretty blank space when it’s not done up for an event) was the garage door at the front. It’s windowed to let in a deluge of light. Plus, it’s fully operational. Immediately after the wedding vows, the kiss, and the exit of the wedding party… the party music kicked on and the garage door lifted to reveal an outdoor bar and pre-​dinner nibbles. The orchestration was superb.
Also, the gent’s loo was quite noteworthy, although it’s worth having someone manage it for a large-​scale soirée. I figure the wedding was no larger than 100 – 150 people, and by the end of the evening there was wadded up paper towel all over the toilet floor. I can’t imagine the chaos for a larger-​scale party.
Not that intend to have my own nuptials any time soon, but this is a noteworthy off-​the-​beaten-​path venue (that’s oh-​so-​close to our beloved Drink) to keep in the back pocket. Y’know, just in case I don’t –actually– get what I want.

We were lucky enough to have our wedding here (9÷3÷11), and everything about it was amazing. It’s actually the only space we looked at, and we knew immediately it was the right one. Major pros for us: urban location, something out of the ordinary, LEED platinum (my husband is a green-​geek), has a great mission (which your event fee supports), and is completely open to anything you can dream up. Cons: you do have to bring in everything yourself, so there’s a lot of logistical legwork, and it cuts into the value a bit ($ 5,000 facility fee, which in other cases sometimes includes at least tables/​chairs, and sometimes china/​glassware/​linens as well). In any case, the space is fantastic (gallery space, outdoor space if weather permits, mezzanine level are all-​included, and studio space for an additional fee).
I’m sad seeing the negative reviews about booking weddings and wedding events here! They did have a fair amount of turnover on their event staff during ²⁰¹⁰⁄₁₁ (I worked with 3 different people between May 2010 & September 2011), but the woman that is in place now (Alexis Naylor) is amazing. She was completely responsive, attending our on-​site meeting with the florist to make sure she understood how we wanted the layout, and was providing decoration suggestions to us. She was also completely available the day-​of to receive deliveries, and allowed us to drop off our favor bags a couple of days out, which was SO helpful.

Oh hey, I’ve also been trying to book my wedding here, and also not getting a response. A few weeks and several messages/​emails later, I’m giving up. It’s too bad, because I really wanted to support this place/​have my wedding here.

What a cool space. do yourself a favor and check out their annual «greatest party on earth».usually right around earth day. Perfect setup for large parties, the space allows for entertainment in conjunction with art display, and food service, while traffic flows easily throughout. The indoor/​outdoor area accessible via a large garage door is simple and effective, and the staff is friendly and helpful, with the exception of their VIP section, which seems a bit pompous for a place called «artists for humanity», but I guess they need to look out for their largest supporters too.

I am impressed by the mission statement, like the look of the place. I have done electrical work for them in the past — and have liked seeing kids running in and out working. It’s relieving to see that there are places like this running in places like Southie.
I was disappointed to hear that they are not entirely green because they have to run generators during the summer to cool the entire building down for shows/​events. But — they are still ahead of the game in other respects.
I think everybody should atleast visit this place. They host all kids of events here — parking is kinda annoying, but it’s a good experience.

The two Unilocal below pretty much describe the place in full. Good job guys! I got the chance to use the space for an event. I have never worked with so many helpful, amazing and wonderful people. I love that their space is green and am humbled by the work they do with Boston Public School kids.
One little event and I’ll never forget this place exists. They’re just the type of people that make you have a little more faith in humanity.

In their new place which totally green space — this place rocks out. They employ — yes, they pay 14 — 17 years old people to work in their studios. Seeing an organization like this is really inspiring to me on a personal level to helping make Boston a better place! «Artists For Humanity’s mission is to bridge economic, racial and social divisions by providing underserved youth with the keys to self-​sufficiency through paid employment in the arts.»
Other than being an amazing resource for our city’s youth & community in general. you can rent out the EpiCenter; 5,000 square feet that can be divided to suit your needs, an atrium gallery with artwork by AFH teen artists, 18 ft ceilings with 1250 sq. ft. wrapping mezzanine, on-​site catering, landscaped 1200 sq. ft. courtyard with art installations, nearby parking, one block from MBTA Red Line, convenient loading area, and friendly, experienced staff.
Even if you’re not 14 – 17 you can appreciate the mission of this organization. Check out their website, you’re able to purchase artwork; paintings, photos, clothing, accessories, note cards. that;s proceeds go to supporting AFH!

During my time in Boston, I had the opportunity to work with this wonderful organization that helps at risk youth realize their talents and put them to use.
AFH is a non-​profit art apprenticeship program that allows urban teens to create wonderful works of art after school, bond with other teenagers, build relationships with wonderful mentors and learn about environmental issues such as sustainable energy and green living.
For every piece of art that is sold, half of the proceeds goes back the artist and the other half goes back into the organization. The AFH Epicenter was built a few years ago, and features a giant meeting and convention space in South Boston. The green building was completely designed by AFH teenagers and an architect… impressive indeed.
Great organization, great people, great cause. I encourage everyone to check them out.

This unique space in Southie is a much needed edition to Boston’s art scene. The exterior façade is covered in metal ridges with huge windows on either side and a bridge connecting the sidewalk to the entrance, but the inside is what I really love with the centerpiece being the main hall that looks like an airplane hanger with industrial style metal walkways around the perimeter and 3 story high ceilings. Above and around the main hall are artists studios that are used to help further AFH’s mission «to bridge economic, racial and social divisions by providing underserved youth with the keys to self-​sufficiency through paid employment in the arts.» To cap it all off, the events I’ve been too here are cutting edge and cool, like Legends of Style and the Red Bull Art of the Can Party.