chashama

chashama nurtures artists by transforming underutilized properties into affordable work and presentation spaces. We partner with property owners to activate unused real estate into space for artists, performers, youth and community groups.

Since 1995, chashama has revitalized over 80 properties, providing invaluable space to create for more than 12,000 artists. chashama empowers artists at any stage of their career with services that offer continuous opportunities to create, develop and present. chashama also aspires to bring the benefits of art and creativity to New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds. We annually present over 130 free, public events, providing accessible cultural programming to neighborhoods such as Harlem, Sunset Park and Far Rockaway.