Eastern City BID delivers cultural landmarks for local community
Eastern City BID showcased its ambition to continue building a dynamic and engaging community by unveiling Hypha x Eastern City Studio
On 9 April, Eastern City BID opened Hypha x Eastern City Studios, a gallery and events space at 130 Fenchurch Street. The once-vacant unit has been reactivated and transformed through a partnership with Aviva Investors and CO-RE, alongside specialist charitable partner Hypha Studios to create a new destination for workers, visitors, and the wider community.
The inaugural exhibition, (UN)SEEN, curated by Zoë Goetzmann, features work from 21 contemporary artists and explores the boundary between what is visible and what remains hidden through painting, sculpture, and installation. As one guest, arts & culture influencer @lesserknownlondonn noted: “[This] cosy cultural hub connect[s] emerging artists with the local community. [It's] such a welcoming and inclusive space. If you're in search of community, this is the place to go.”
Hypha x Eastern City Studios is now home to a year‑round programme designed to keep the space fresh, inclusive and full of energy. Expect new exhibitions every seven weeks, alongside a dynamic calendar of events spanning culture, music, family activities, sport and the environment. The next activation will be a week-long clothes swap and repair station in partnership with Verte from 19 - 23 May. This swap invites you to refresh your wardrobe sustainably while discovering new ways to care for, customise, and fall back in love with your clothes. Alongside the swap, Eastern City BID will host a curated programme of complimentary, hands-on workshops designed to inspire creativity, extend the life of your garments, and redefine your personal style.