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The first of the Gateway projects, Mount Rainier Artist Lofts, created 44 units of affordable housing for individuals and their families in a new four-story building one block from the District of Columbia border. This $11.7 million project, the first Artspace live/work project involving new construction exclusively, also contains 7,000 square feet of commercial space on the ground floor.

Residents of the Mount Rainier Artist Lofts enjoy the same amenities associated with historic warehouse lofts, including high ceilings and large windows, in an energy-efficient new building. The project's affordable rents and proximity to public transportation, as well as Mount Rainier's small-town charm, make it even more attractive.

The Brentwood Arts Exchange, located within the Gateway Arts Center at Brentwood, is dedicated to presenting and promoting the visual arts. It features a vibrant gallery space, a contemporary Fine Craft Boutique, and a dynamic arts learning classroom and meeting space. The Brentwood Arts Exchange is a place for people of all ages to meet, engage and learn about art, purchase one-of-a-kind craft objects, and explore new creative talents.

City of Mount Rainier

HIP Artists’ Housing

This Mount Rainier, Maryland project is the first artists’ housing development in the Gateway Arts District of Prince George’s County, MD. Developed by Housing Initiative Partnership, Inc., HIP, the project provides housing opportunities for low- and moderate- income residents. HIP's Artists’ housing inhabits a formerly blighted building, helping to transform an inner beltway community, and improve the quality of life in the neighborhood. The result is an affordable residence that incorporates numerous green building design features and provides vibrant studio spaces for the resident artists.

The Hyattsville CDC works to revitalize the Hyattsville community through sustainable development. Their mission is to develop arts, entertainment, and public spaces; spur economic development and the quality of community life; encourage widespread leadership for community revitalization; and to rebuild the City's commercial corridors.

Joe’s Movement Emporium is the community performing arts center of World Arts Focus, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that was launched in 1992. The mission is to promote participation and practice in dance, movement, and performing arts traditions from around the world while using the arts as a key tool to revitalize community.

The Mount Rainier Business Association is a Commercial District Management Authority (CDMA) and is responsible for promoting, marketing and developing businesses in the City of Mount Rainier.

The Neighborhood Design Center works to improve neighborhood livability, viability and sustainability by providing pro-bono design and planning services in support of community-sponsored initiatives

Prince Georges County African American Museum and Cultural Center

Prince Georges County Gateway Arts District Management Team

The Gateway Arts District Management Team is Prince Georges County’s appointed operating group serving in a state-mandated capacity to provide marketing, planning, and strategic oversight for the County’s Arts District. The team is comprised of critical stakeholders within the District: The District 2 County Council Member, the Mayors of the four member municipalities, local artist designees, the two Community Development Corporations that facilitate economic development in the Gateway Arts District, Maryland National Capitol Park & Planning Commission, the Prince George’s County Redevelopment Authority, the Prince George’s African American Museum and Cultural Center, and the Anacostia Trails Heritage Association.

The Gateway Arts District has been a tremendous success. Not only has it created a strong identifiable arts presence in the County, it has increased the assessable tax base by $240 million through new development associated with the District and has revived interest in the urban edge of Prince George’s County. The Gateway Arts District is now poised to become a destination for art-driven activities and even further economic development.

Town of Brentwood

Donors and Sponsors

Government
Prince Georges County Council, District 2 Representative
Town of Brentwood
Town of North Brentwood
Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Prince Georges County Department of Housing and Community Development\

Non-profit
Anacostia Trails Heritage Association

Corporate
The Bank of America

Individuals
Pamela and Margaret Strother-Boozer
Jimmy Tarlau and Jodi Beder
Tim McLoraine and James Ross>
Maryanne Antony
Laurel Ahrnsbrak
Laura Rogers
Shahidat Abbas
Tony Lee

 

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