The Arlington County Board approved the County’s purchase of two parcels at 2700 South Nelson Street and 2701 South Oakland Street in April 2021. At that time, staff were directed to plan scenarios for potential future uses for the site. Together with public art and placemaking firm Graham Projects, and their partners EnviroCollab and Public Mechanics, Arlington County worked with community stakeholders to conduct a series of engagement conversations to imagine potential site uses and ideas. Based on the community feedback, Graham Projects and collaborators designed an inclusive, multi-use space inspired by the nearby Four Mile Run stream, the surrounding industrial landscape, and the cultural history of the site. The working name of this temporary outdoor public space is “2700 Arts Space”. Construction is expected in 2025.
Inner Ear Studios Stage Flyer Wall Workshop
Saturday, May 16, 10am – 12pm
2700 South Nelson Street, Arlington, VA 22206
Using vintage flyers and photos, help us preserve the history of Arlington’s Inner Ear Studio as part of a new outdoor performance stage in the new 2700 Art Space. Built on the exact spot of the drum riser where bands like Fugazi, Foo Fighters, and Bikini Kill recorded, you can help wheatpaste the images to the backdrop of the new stage.
Breakfast biscuits and coffee served from Acme Pie Co., while they last.
Rain date: Sunday, May 17th, 10 am – 12pm
Thanks to everyone who shared flyers and photos for the forthcoming Inner Ear Studios Commemorative Installation!
Stay tuned for an announcement on a community wheatpasting day and installation opening event. Email info@grahamprojects.com with any questions.
Visit Arlington County’s 2700 S Nelson Street project website for more information and to subscribe to updates:
www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Arts/2700-S-Nelson