The Old American Can Factory is a historic, six-building, 130,000 SF industrial complex in Gowanus, Brooklyn that houses a curated community of more than 350 artisans, visual/performing artists, poets/writers, filmmakers, architects/designers, publishers, non-profit organizations and others working in the culture industry. Details and list of tenants at thecanfactory.org
THE STUDIO
- ~87’ x ~21’ = 2,450 GSF
- Ceilings 16' H - 18' H
- Original tin-wrapped arched door, 5' W x 7.3' H
- Partitions 12' H backed with plywood, painted white
- Wood floors, painted light grey
- Insulated hopper windows 5' W x 8' H facing South x 10 each
- Insulated glass door to balcony / fire escape
- Pantry sink and slop sink provided
- Big-Ass® ceiling fans, remote-controlled x 4 each
- Friedrich A/C x 1 provided w 220v 50a receptacles x 1 each
- Electric 3-phase 200 amps power, sub metered
- Electric receptacles installed
- Gallery-style track lighting throughout on dimmers
SUITABLE USES
- Exhibition
- Gala/Fundraiser
- Party/Wedding
- Lecture/Seminar
- Yoga/Organization Retreat
- Photo Shoot
- Film/Commercial Shoot
- Video Projection
- Film Screening
- Art Dept/Scenic
- Dance Casting/Rehearsal
- Theater Casting/Rehearsal
- Architectural Mockup
AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT/SERVICES
- A/V equipment, in-house. Ask for a list.
- Tech staff, in-house
- Tables, chairs, pedestals, carts and other fixtures
RENTAL RATES
- $100 per hour with a 6 hour minimum
- $1,000 per 12 hours
- $6,000 per week
- Rents may vary based on use, number of persons, equip, etc
- Please contact us for rates for FILM & COMMERCIAL shoots
BUILDING FEATURES & AMENITIES
- 24/7 access
- Oversized freight elevator opens direct to loading dock
- Bike racks in front of building and in courtyard
- Outdoor seating in landscaped courtyard
- Dining room / Lounge with free wifi
- Restrooms & sinks w hot water on each floor
- Restrooms cleaned daily & corridors weekly
- Fully sprinklered wet system
- Management office on site
NEXT STEP - APPLICATION
Interested parties must submit an application for consideration. To receive an application, please provide the following information to the email below:
- Your Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Website
- Business name, if any
- Brief description of your occupation/practice
Sadie Saltzman is the Communications Manager of The Old American Can Factory
Communications Manager of The Old American Can Factory