A gathering space for Chelsea created with love by neighbors.
For many, moving to Chelsea is a sign of arrival. They landed the job and can finally afford the views. But for those of us who have lived here for a long time, staying put has been an act of resistance.
We’ve seen our neighborhood change around us with rent hikes, closures, and an influx of chain stores. Even though we’ve stayed, it’s easy to feel like the community around us has changed.
With hyper-gentrification and huge increase in tourism, the question can be raised - who is Chelsea really for?
Just before the pandemic, a group of friends and neighbors got together and started to dream.
What would it look like to create a space specifically for the people who live here?
With a love for Chelsea in one hand and the generosity of members of Storefront Church in the other, Neighbor was formed.
On any given day, you could walk by Neighbor and see children’s art classes, pop-up’s, or community board meetings. It could be rented for a birthday party or used by a neighborhood non-profit to host a clothing drive.
Neighbor’s mission is to support and connect residents of Chelsea, from all ages and walks of life, to see the true impact that comes from being a neighbor.
This is done through:
Community events to connect neighbors
Educational programs & tutoring for children and adults
Proving space and support for non-profits serving under-resourced neighbors
Artist exhibition and programming to promote artist-development
If you are a part of a non-profit, or maybe you have an idea for an event, or just want to get to know your neighbors — we are so glad you are here. Let’s neighbor together.
