A gigantic new event center is opening by the Brooklyn Navy Yard
Given the plethora of cultural pursuits being mounted in New York at any given moment, the addition of a new space meant to host productions is a pretty important local development. The newest such destination to join the city’s roster is Brooklyn Storehouse, a 104,000-square-foot venue officially opening at the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s Building 293 on June 7.
A collaboration between TCE Presents and Broadwick Live, companies dedicated to the curation of live events and experiences, Brooklyn Storehouse will host a vast variety of happenings, from music productions to immersive art exhibitions, fashion shows, summits, brand activations, straight-up concerts and more. The space is a fully customizable one, with hosts able to reconfigure it any which way they like.
According to an official press release, the new cultural destination was built with the history of the neighborhood in mind.
“Once the bustling hub of shipbuilding during World Wars I and II, Building 293’s immense iron struts offer a glimpse into the Navy Yard’s deep history, while its stunning waterfront location and iconic New York City skyline views ground the space firmly into the cultural fabric of Brooklyn,” reads the release. Expect raw concrete floors, for example, alongside hulking metalwork and exposed brick all around.
“We are committed to repurposing industrial spaces in an unexpected way that honors their past and creates lasting value for local areas and communities,” said Luke Huxham, Director of Development and Place at Broadwick Group, in an official statement. “The Brooklyn Navy Yard has a history that dates back to 1801, and we couldn’t be prouder to contribute to its legacy. […] Brooklyn Storehouse is an impressive hybrid home for culture. The top goal of our development is that it becomes a global institution and urban landmark. We strive to provide visitors with a broad range of experiences and content that will stick with them on an emotional level.”
While the official debut of the 5,000-capacity venue is scheduled for next month, New Yorkers have already had the opportunity to experience it firsthand through a series of events that have taken place here, including a notable Ralph Lauren fashion show last fall.
A full list of of upcoming acts has yet to be released, but officials mention that Justice, Charlotte de Witte and Eric Prdyz are already slated to appear on stage.
Suddenly, we have the feeling that we’ll spend a lot of our time by the Brooklyn Navy Yard this summer.