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Apothecary to open in YMI building, will serve as artist resource center

Jason Sandford August 20, 2012

Jason Sandford

Jason Sandford is a reporter, writer, blogger and photographer interested in all things Asheville.

Here’s the description from Apothecary’s page on Facebook:

A new space for establishing independent artistic infrastructure in Asheville, North Carolina. Located at the corner of Eagle and Market Street.

Mission
Dedicated to a volunteer-run, D.I.Y. ethos, Apothecary provides the resources necessary to exhibit, unite and stabilize creative initiatives. Through encouraging experimental arts and ideas, Apothecary seeks to cultivate creative community, collaboration, and innovation. In the interest of these principles, Apothecary provides the opportunity for artists to present themselves in a space that is committed first and foremost to the arts.

Description
Apothecary is an independent center giving people of all ages the opportunity to participate in cultural and creative projects. Operating out of the historic YMI building in the heart of downtown Asheville, the multi-purpose space is easily adaptable to a variety of creative functions: performances, installations, lectures, film screenings, dance nights, book clubs, independent publishing, educational events, and workshops. Apothecary extends the creative spirit into a versatile space aimed at establishing creative exhibition and community.

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Jason Sandford

Jason Sandford is a reporter, writer, blogger and photographer interested in all things Asheville.

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5 Comments

Jennifer Saylor August 22, 2012

JR, you can direct questions about Apothecary’s nonprofit status to them on their Facebook page. They answered me very quickly: https://www.facebook.com/ashevilleapothecary

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JR August 22, 2012

Is this an actual non-profit or just a group of individuals acting as one?

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JR August 20, 2012

Who is running this?

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1. Jennifer Saylor August 21, 2012
  
  JR, I’ve emailed Apothecary and asked. Will let you know.
  
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2. Jennifer Saylor August 22, 2012
  
  JR, here’s the answer from Apothecary:
  
  Currently, a team of friends serving as a board of directors is behind our operation. We are hoping to soon develop a much larger family of volunteers and potential interns to help staff/build/and enhance our space.
  
  Our team consists of:
  Frank Meadows
  Nick Scavo
  Aaron Dowdy
  Alex Cummings
  Zach Smith
  David Grubba
  
  In association with the soon-to-be artists and volunteers frequenting our humble space!
  
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