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The Midwest’s Largest Art Center in Dayton, Ohio

175 Spaces | 200+ Artists & Artisans | 16 Galleries | 15 Shops | So Much More
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The Midwest’s Largest Art Center

175 Spaces | 200+ Artists & Artisans | 16 Galleries | 15 Shops | So Much More
a graffiti artist creating a mural on a wall

The Midwest’s Largest Art Center

175 Spaces | 200+ Artists & Artisans | 16 Galleries | 15 Shops | So Much More

The Midwest’s Largest Art Center

175 Spaces | 200+ Artists & Artisans | 16 Galleries | 15 Shops | So Much More
Front Street food truck rally outside event

The Midwest’s Largest Art Center

175 Spaces | 200+ Artists & Artisans | 16 Galleries | 15 Shops | So Much More

    Front Street is Dayton’s Canvas for Creativity. Where Art & Innovation Meet Community.

    An experiential creative hub in Dayton, Ohio, where historic industrial buildings have evolved since 1965 into a vibrant campus of more than 200 artists, artisans, and entrepreneurs.

    Features working studios, galleries, shops, and small businesses open to the public during weekly hours and the monthly First Friday Art Hop (5–9pm) with live music and food trucks. Connecting Creativity with Community!

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    What You Will Discover At Front Street


    Art

    Art

    Watch local Dayton artists at work and discover a vibrant mix of diverse artistic styles including paintings, sculptures, photography, and mixed-media works on display and for sale in open studios and galleries.
    Explore rotating exhibits, live demonstrations, and hands-on classes showcasing both contemporary and traditional techniques at Front Street.
    VIEW ARTIST & GALLERY DIRECTORY

    Artisans

    Artisans

    Meet the Dayton makers who turn passion into craft.
    Explore rotating exhibits, live demonstrations, and hands-on classes led by artisans, highlighting contemporary and traditional techniques.
    VIEW ARTISANS & CRAFTSMEN DIRECTORY

    Boutiques

    Boutiques

    Discover one-of-a-kind treasures and character-filled shops at Front Street.
    Explore rotating exhibits, live demonstrations, and hands-on classes hosted in our boutiques and shops.
    VIEW BOUTIQUE SHOPS DIRECTORY

    Small Businesses

    Small Businesses

    Entrepreneurial energy thrives at Front Street, home to creative small businesses in Dayton.
    Explore rotating exhibits, live demonstrations, and hands-on classes presented by our small business community.
    VIEW SMALL BUSINESSES DIRECTORY

    Featured Tenant

    Lynn Marie

    Front Street is proud to present this month's Artist Spotlight: Lynn Marie. Artist, designer, and curator of the studio Hipstoric Art, Lynn turns memories into timeless works of art, transforming vintage pieces through her painting and crafting.

    Commemorate the 100th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II alongside our Artist Spotlight Lynn Marie with her studio’s grand reopening. Hipstoric Art is full of vibrant history, color, and reinvention. Get a first look at striking new pieces, where vintage imagery meets bold, modern expression. Lynn’s collections honor the past, bringing new energy to old stories in fresh, unexpected ways.

    Featured Tenant Lyn Marie
      “Front Street Artists play a vital role in Dayton’s creative community. We have collaborated with them on a wide variety of successful projects and consistently value their professionalism, creativity, and exceptional talent. Their diverse expertise enriches our region in countless ways.”
      Tracey T.
      “Front Street is more than a gathering of incredible artists and entrepreneurs. It is a community where everyone is welcome to participate and engage. We are truly blessed to have such a special place in our region. They deepen our creativity, our capacity for who we can become, and in turn creates excitement and vibrancy.”
      Lisa W.
      “They are such a cool little group of Buildings full of different artist. Photographers, metal workers, tattoo artist, anything you could think of is probably in their doors! My son shares a space there with a photographer and it's so cool!! They have a thing called first Friday there that's open to the public. People can walk around and see what different shops are! Check it out.... I think people will be pleasantly surprised, I know I was I didn't know all those places were even inside the buildings.”
      Brenda B.
      “What a fun unique industrial core art district! This place feels like something out of a storybook if you start exploring all the art galleries, use the freight elevators, and shop the popup vendor markets. Great to visit!”
      Stary T.
      “Best art galleries around! They got everything! I took a glass blowing class at AV Glass.it was amazing. I also purchased some glass earrings that were incredible.”
      Kyle A.
      “Outstanding project, home to scads of talented artists and artisans. Open to the public, fun for couples, family...come one come all. Diverse, supportive, and always fun to view, shop, and buy original, unique gifts and additions to home, commercial space...something for every taste and eye.”
      Patricia H.
      “Has been one of my favorite spots around Dayton, not only to hang out but to support local artist, get inspired, learn, and create something for yourself if you are into it. The art community here is really strong and open to such a variety of art. They also host many great events. It's always such a fun and unique experience.”
      Nicholas S.

      Dayton Events & Experiences

      In addition to our Art Hops and Saturday Shops, Front Street hosts special events in Dayton throughout the year.
      Location
      1001 East Second Street
      Dayton, Ohio 45402 P: 937-331-9061
      Our complex is conveniently located in Dayton just off State Route 35 at Keowee and 3rd Street.
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      Hours
      Our Campus is open 7 days a week 7am-7pm
      Boutiques, galleries, and studios all maintain individual hours. Please view our directory for hours and contact information.
      View Directory
      Parking & Campus
      FREE Parking is available on the north side of the building. You may be directed to additional parking areas during scheduled events.
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