Join a community of
passionate & creative people.

Common Folk creators are emerging artists and arts organizers who work in a variety of media. They are committed to exploring and thriving in their creative practice by sharing resources with other ambitious individuals, while simultaneously building accessible and inclusive community in North Adams.

We now have two levels of membership!

COMMUNITY MEMBER

Community Members give $12/month and receive:

• The ability to sell work in our brick-and-mortar store at a 60/40 commission

• Discounts on Common Folk event tickets, merch, and art supplies

Click the link below to get started, and the Membership Coordinator will reach out for any next steps.

COLLECTIVE MEMBER

Collective Members give:

• $160/mo OR

• $25/mo + work-trade 8 hrs/mo OR $160/mo OR

• $40/mo + work-trade 7 hrs/mo OR $160/mo OR

• $55/mo + work-trade 6hrs/mo OR $160/mo

• A desire to develop your creative practice in community with others

• Concerted efforts to building a mutually beneficial and inclusive community

  *mini-grants are available to creators unable to pay monthly dues

Collective Members receive:

• Decision-making power in the operations and programming of the collective

• A collaborative community of creative individuals

• Special opportunities through exhibitions, live performances, and festivals

• The ability to sell work and services in our online and brick-and-mortar stores at a 70/30 commission

• Access to the shared studio, supplies, and equipment

• A personal feature on the website

• Collective marketing power

• Access to streaming platforms for hosting performances and workshops

• Discounts on Common Folk event tickets, merch, and art supplies

How to Become a Collective Member:

Registrations for Collective Membership will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please be sure to use a valid email in your registration.

Commonly Asked Questions

Why should I become a member?

Common Folk members work in a supportive environment that empowers emerging creators to thrive in their practice and share it with others. Members collectively invest in the overhead costs of creative endeavors so that they may explore and realize their goals with reduced financial risk.

How many members are in the collective?

We currently have an average of 40 collective members.

What if I can’t afford a membership?

We have a limited number of mini-grants available to members unable to afford membership dues. These grants are funded by supportive community members that “sponsor” Common Folk creators. Check the box at the bottom of the registration form to be considered for a mini-grant.
Learn more about becoming a sponsor.