The Factory Project

The Factory Project, conceived by Thorp Stavri, is an independent museum-scale exhibition that has been initiated to support emerging to mid-career artists and curators. Presented as a multi-disciplinary survey project, this exhibition plays host to 10 UK based independent curators and curatorial platforms; each producing their own exhibitions within the larger Factory site and presenting upwards of 80 emerging and mid-career artists.

Curators / curatorial platforms: Backhaus Projects, Delphian Gallery, Gallery No.32, Haze Projects, Jerome, Pacheanne Anderson, Recreational Grounds, Rosalind Davis, Skip Gallery and Thorp Stavri

Intended to complement and complete London's Frieze week, The Factory Project takes place at the monumental Thameside Industrial Estate, a 6,284m2 warehouse and yard complex in North Woolwich, Newham – a short walk from London’s City Airport and nestled between the Tate & Lyle’s Sugar Refinery and the Thames Barrier – on Factory Road. It is produced by Thorp Stavri and is supported by Projekt and FAD Magazine.

ABOUT THE PRODUCERS:

Thorp Stavri is a London based curatorial platform comprising curators Eric Thorp and Nicholas Stavri. It is committed to developing and supporting artists’ practices and accessibility to art through exhibitions, collaboration, talks and workshops.

HOURS:

Opening day: 09/10/21 - 12-6pm

Times: Monday – Sunday 12-6pm

Exhibition runs: 09/10/21 - 22/10/21

ADMISSION:

Free / £2.00 - suggested donation to raise funds for the Community Food Enterprise (CFE).

Community Food Enterprise (CFE): is an award-winning social enterprise Food Business and a registered charity that is rooted in East London and was founded in 2002. Their aim is to alleviate food poverty as well as develop a viable and sustainable food business that provides training, capacity building, and employment opportunities for residents of East London.

PLAN YOUR JOURNEY:

To ensure the welfare of our team, visitors, artists and their families remain our priority, this exhibition requires all visitors to book an appointment prior to visiting.

Tickets can be booked free of charge or with a charitable donation - slots are available at thirty minute intervals.

When you visit, please keep your distance from others and follow the one-way route. Act on any guidance our team may give you and use the hand sanitiser provided along with washing your hands regularly. All visitors are required to wear face coverings in our galleries, apart from those who are exempt. Not all exemptions are visible so please be understanding of others. Most importantly if you are feeling unwell please stay at home.

If you would prefer to speak to a member of the team about your visit, or if you have any questions, please email contact@thorpstavri.co.uk and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Two of the exhibitions are inaccessible to wheelchair users. If you would like to discuss access requirements or to arrange a virtual viewing please email contact@thorpstavri.co.uk
• The exhibition takes place alongside a working factory. Please follow all signage and adhere to designated routes to ensure a safe visit.
• Children should be supervised at all times.
• The floor can be uneven - please take caution when moving around the exhibition spaces.
• Closest stations are Pontoon Dock DLR (more direct, 9mins) and London City Airport DLR (10 mins)
• Public transport is very convenient and we recommend you use it where possible. However, if you drive to the exhibition, there are a limited number of Pay and Display parking spaces in the neighbouring streets