Now Hiring in the Curiosity Shop
The Welcome Center and Curiosity Shop is a unique space at 577 that encourages visitors to unplug and discover new curiosities. Transformed from a once-read book center into a successful creative reuse shop in 2022, the shop’s goals are to disrupt the pipeline of old...
Seeds with a Story: Cultivating Beauty, Flavor, and Connection
From the Desk of Bennett O. Dowling, 577 Organic Landscape Horticulturist There are not many gardening activities that are more rewarding than nurturing a plant from seed to maturity. Conjuring forth all that life from such an inert little package can feel like true...
The Beauty of Crafting Sustainably
The Beauty of Crafting Sustainably Written by Avery Bohman, 577 Program Coordinator Upcycling and sustainable art have become my mantras as a member of 577’s environmentally-driven community. With my classes, I really try to hone in on sustainability in some fashion....