Ayer Lofts condominiums and Art Gallery is located in the heart of downtown Lowell MA. Ayer Lofts is at 172 Middle Street in downtown Lowell, one short block from the Visitors' Center of the Lowell National Historical Park and within easy reach of many other Lowell museums and galleries. Parking is available on the street and at the nearby Leo Roy parking garage.
Ayer Lofts consists of the Barker Building and the J.C. Ayer Company Building. It houses 51 individually owned condominium units and a cooperatively owned and maintained Art Gallery. This condominium community is one of the most unique and elegant historic locations in Lowell.
Ayer Lofts Art Gallery has been an artistic presence in downtown Lowell since 2000. The gallery showcases the work of artists and craftsmen resident in Ayer Lofts, the city's groundbreaking live /work condominium. A select group of invited Lowell artists are also members of this artist-run gallery.
After both buildings were acquired by the City for nonpayment of taxes in the 1990s, they were sold to a private developer who proceeded to rehabilitate both buildings into 51 residential units in 2000. A former loading dock attached to the Ayer Building was creatively adapted to serve as a common lobby and accessible entrance for both buildings. Now home to various types of artists, the buildings' historic character has been recaptured and they once again contribute to the vitality of Lowell's historic district and downtown.
As well as presenting visual arts, the gallery has sponsored a variety of special events, including music and dance performances, storytelling circles, and mask-making workshops. We have also hosted shows of student work from Lowell High School and other community organizations.
Gallery Rental
The Ayer Lofts Art Gallery
is a co-operative art gallery
that consists of approximately 400 sq. feet.
There are high ceilings and is well lit.
It is handicap accessible and is available for
private shows for $150 per month.
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