Black River House
An intimate arts and community space located just off the South Central light rail in South Phoenix. Come here to create, rest, connect and experience Black arts together.
6828 S. Central Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona
Co-Working Hours
Tuesday – Friday
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Remote workers, students and digital nomads: spend your day at Black River House working in a warm, welcoming environment surrounded by original works of art.
What’s available:
Four (4) desks available for co-working — $20/day
Free open seating for those enjoying the space and artwork
Free coffee station
Fresh popcorn made on-site
Easy access to snacks and drinks from Red Velvet Bakery
Reserve a desk for the full month for $350.
Please note: All co-workers must take their belongings with them at the end of each day.
Programs & Gatherings
We invite the community to join our email list and visit our website to stay updated on upcoming events. You can expect a variety of intimate evening and weekend gatherings, including:
Art exhibitions
Creative workshops and classes
Film nights and conversations (Screen & Sip Saturdays, hosted by local organizations)
Gatherings exploring Black migration, identity and belonging
Field Trips
Bring your students or community group to Black River House for a dynamic, two-hour educational experience centered on Black arts in South Phoenix.
Field trips include:
Guided tour of the Black River House art gallery
Live presentation on influential Black Phoenix arts and culture figures
Interactive trivia game with prizes
Fresh bag lunches from Red Velvet Bakery
To schedule a field trip, email blackriverhouseAZ@gmail.com.
Please note: We’re happy to accommodate groups during or outside of co-working hours based on your needs.
Space Rentals
Looking for a cozy, creative venue in South Phoenix? Black River House is available for limited rentals. Our space is ideal for:
Community business gatherings
Educational workshops or classes
Small cultural events and conversations
Rates: Starting at $50/hour (2-hour minimum)To inquire, email: blackriverhouseAZ@gmail.com. Visit our website for more details.
Food and Beverage
Black River House is proud to partner with our on-site collaborators at Red Velvet Bakery, a locally-owned Valley favorite known for fresh-baked desserts, deli trays and more. All event catering at Black River House must be provided by Red Velvet Bakery, unless otherwise approved by Black River House leadership.
Co-workers and visitors—bring your appetite! Enjoy Red Velvet Bakery’s signature cupcake flavors, including sweet potato pie, red velvet and apple pie, the perfect treat to complement your day.