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

Jason Sandford

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

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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.