Sunset Park Wide Open (SPWO) is dedicated to celebrating and supporting the creative community of Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Through free, accessible programming and neighborhood-wide initiatives, the organization fosters meaningful connections between artists, cultural workers, and the public—strengthening local engagement and enriching the cultural life of the neighborhood.

As part of this mission, Sunset Park Wide Open facilitates Sunset Park Open Studios (SPOS)—an annual weekend of open studios, exhibitions, performances, and cultural events. SPOS invites hundreds of visitors to explore the creative energy of Sunset Park, offering direct access to artists’ studios, collaborative art spaces, and diverse cultural organizations. The event uplifts local voices and showcases the vibrant arts ecosystem that defines the neighborhood.

Sunset Park Open Studios (SPOS) was founded in 2019 by the NARS Foundation and a coalition of local arts organizations as a grassroots initiative to provide public access to the studios and creative spaces of Sunset Park. What began as a neighborhood-driven celebration has grown into a beloved annual tradition, showcasing the vibrant cultural life of the area.

In 2023, Sunset Park Wide Open (SPWO) was established to carry forward and expand this work. SPWO is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the neighborhood’s artists and cultural workers—SPOS continues to thrive through collaboration, accessibility, and a deep commitment to honoring the creative work rooted in Sunset Park.

Financial support for Sunset Park Open Studios 2025 is provided in part by a number of generous sponsors. If you’d like more information about becoming a sponsor, please reach us via e-mail at SPWO2023@GMAIL.COM