Monkey Bottom
studio collaborative and gallery space
Our intent is to foster the creative community spirit in Durham. MoBo space may be used for any of the forces of Good: classes, art exhibits, music, video, dance, parties: ongoing or singular.
The name comes from an area located about a mile from here that was once one of the bottom dwelling areas around the bustling mills of Durham. The story is that one day some monkeys escaped from what was then the nearby Erwin Auditorium. Supposedly the monkeys were never recovered.
The Auditorium and the mills are gone and the Durham Freeway paved it's way through Monkey Bottom. But what of the monkeys?
For more on the history of Durham and Monkey Bottom visit Endangered Durham
Halloween extravaganza dance event hosted by Dianne and Joe. It was the first event we hosted with live music thanks to The Mighty Juveniles Zombie Dance Band and special appearance by Misty Mahiem who shook the place with her energy.
Visit our Facebook site for more photos.
Our 600 sq. ft. gallery space and garden is available to rent for events. See rental.
Local People We Support
Dolly Mama Handmade Chocolates
Guglhupf Bakery, Patisserie & Cafe
Outsiders Art & Collectables