Narrows Center for the Arts

Narrows Center for the Arts The Narrows Center for the Arts was founded in 1995 for the promotion and enjoyment of the visual and performing arts.
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Music that Matters - Art that Inspires
A premier concert venue located in the Battleship Cove area of Fall River, the Narrows features live performances and events, as well as spectacular art from a century-old mill building overlooking Mount Hope Bay. The Narrows, a fully accessible venue, is comprised of two visual art galleries, a performance theater and visual artist studios. The Narrows Cent

er started as a 1,500 s.f. gallery exhibition space located where the North and South Watuppa Ponds come together, near a waterway the locals refer to as the Narrows. Thanks to generous community support and strong stewardship, the Narrows Center grew into a 15,000 s.f. arts venue located on the 3rd floor of a former American Printing Company (APC) mill building on Anawan Street on the historic Fall River MA waterfront. In the early 20th century, APC was one of the largest textile operations in the world. The Narrows’ 3rd floor space, with its elegant architectural design, high ceilings and spectacular views of Mount Hope Bay and Battleship Cove, is the ideal acoustic and visual backdrop for what has come to be known as a regional destination for the visual and performing arts. In 2017, the Narrows purchased our gorgeous mill building and tripled the area in which we present live music, visual art, artists’ studios, classroom instruction and arts-related businesses. The Narrows’ performance space has earned a reputation as one of the finest music venues on the East coast. With a state-of-the-art sound system, up close and comfortable seating and a respectful and knowledgeable audience, the Narrows has become a favorite tour stop for some of the finest musicians in the world. The Narrows is a premier venue for diverse performers of blues, folk, rock, jazz, roots, indie, bluegrass and other genres. Musical luminaries like Los Lobos, Blue Öyster Cult, Susan Tedeschi, Dr. John, Rosanne Cash, Robert Cray, Al Di Meola, Odetta, and Richie Havens have all graced the Narrows’ stage. We have also been at the forefront of developing and supporting newer artists like Carolina Chocolate Drops, Grace Potter, The Avett Brothers and Lake Street Dive. The Narrows has created a unique symbiotic relationship between artist, audience and venue that results in a world-class experience for all. The Narrows Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization continuing to present exciting ways to engage the public, host one-of-a-kind musical guests and showcase unique works of art. Offering educational arts programming, local school tours and free Spindle City Festivals, the Narrows proudly presents an ever-growing access and fellowship in the arts.

A great night spent with Tuba Skinny and a nearly full-house of enthusiastic fans here at the Narrows. Thank you to all ...
09/04/2026

A great night spent with Tuba Skinny and a nearly full-house of enthusiastic fans here at the Narrows. Thank you to all in attendance!

Tonight(Thursday), the Narrows Center present, from N'Awlins, Tuba Skinny. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans, you...
09/03/2026

Tonight(Thursday), the Narrows Center present, from N'Awlins, Tuba Skinny. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans, young and old, neophytes and niche-enthusiasts, with the strength of their musicianship and the scope of their jazz and American roots music catalog. Tickets will be available at the door.

09/01/2026

Coming to the Narrows Center September 29, Five for Fighting with String Quartet. Here's a special message for you. Tickets still available!

08/31/2026

We have studio space available for rent! Affordable, accessible, and conveniently located. Join our amazing art community here at the Narrows Center for the Arts.
For more info email: [email protected]

Music that Matters - Art that Inspires
A premier concert venue located in the Battleship Cove area of Fall River, the Narrows features live performances and events, as well as spectacular art from a century-old mill building overlooking Mount Hope Bay.

Tonight(Saturday), one of the finest singer songwriters on the planet, Rodney Crowell. With more than 40 years of Americ...
08/29/2026

Tonight(Saturday), one of the finest singer songwriters on the planet, Rodney Crowell. With more than 40 years of American roots music under his belt, Crowell has also been cited as the architect of Americana music, extending his genre reach, but owing to the distinctly universal, literary quality of his writing, he has also penned beloved songs for artists as diverse as Bob Seger, Etta James, the Grateful Dead, John Denver, Jimmy Buffett and countless others. Tickets will be available at the door.

08/27/2026

Saturday, September 26, Charlie Musselwhite and GA-20 together onstage at the Narrows Center in Fall River, MA! The Grammy award winning Musselwhite and Billboard chart-topping GA-20 shine with their new record BLUES NOW. Tickets still available at narrowscenter.org
Check out this clip from their Live at Relix session.

Broadway fans unite! Friday, November 6, the multi-talented Tony Award winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, brings a st...
08/26/2026

Broadway fans unite! Friday, November 6, the multi-talented Tony Award winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, brings a stellar band and Broadway guests Tamika Lawrence and Ashley Pérez Flanagan to the Narrows Center. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Aug 28 at 10am.

FEATURED VIDEO Thursday, September 19th The Fabulous Thunderbirds They’re the quintessential America ...

This Saturday night(August 29) one of the finest singer songwriters on the planet, Rodney Crowell. With more than 40 yea...
08/25/2026

This Saturday night(August 29) one of the finest singer songwriters on the planet, Rodney Crowell. With more than 40 years of American roots music under his belt, Crowell has also been cited as the architect of Americana music, extending his genre reach, but owing to the distinctly universal, literary quality of his writing, he has also penned beloved songs for artists as diverse as Bob Seger, Etta James, the Grateful Dead, John Denver, Jimmy Buffett and countless others. Tickets at www.narrowscenter.org

Take Me To The River is MOVING INSIDE! The feel-good free event of the century is still on, but moving to the Narrows Ce...
08/22/2026

Take Me To The River is MOVING INSIDE! The feel-good free event of the century is still on, but moving to the Narrows Center for the Arts at 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA. We'll see you all there!
Doors will open at 3pm. This free concert features performances by the Anders Osborne Band, Fantastic Cat, and Neal McCarthy Electric Band.
Parking: the Narrows' lots will be open, there will be NO trolley service

Address

16 Anawan Street
Fall River, MA
02721

Opening Hours

Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+15083241926

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