NOVEMBER 1, 2025

VIP RECEPTION: 5P-7P

AFTER PARTY: 7P - 9P

This year, TAP has partnered with Collar Works for the Archtober ART BLOCK PARTY! Enjoy an evening of experimental contemporary art and architecture in Collar Works’ future outdoor Art Yard space with a FLOCKart exhibition by Eli Thorne, music by Architrave, a DJ set by Group Lab, and so much more!

Art Block Party is a collaboration between TAP, Inc. and Collar Works, and all proceeds will be split equally between the two organizations.

VIP RECEPTION + AFTER PARTY: $100

Includes architectural history tours, contemporary art and experimental architecture, special performance by the band Architrave, and all-inclusive food and beverage, access to the after party.

AFTER PARTY: $25 in advance, $35 at the door

Includes a DJ set and dance party with Group Lab, a cash bar, and a food truck, surrounded by contemporary art and experimental architecture.

LOCATION: Collar Works Art Yard at 206 1st St, Troy, NY 12180.

About Collar Works

Collar Works is a non-profit art space dedicated to supporting emerging and underrepresented artists working in any media and exhibiting challenging, culturally relevant contemporary artworks. Expanding the current art vernacular in New York’s capital region, Collar Works provides a venue for community dialogue focused on serious, provocative, and spirited artworks.

About TAP

TAP is a private 501(c)3 non-profit community design center that fosters inclusive and sustainable community development in the Capital Region by making architectural, planning, and design services affordable to low and moderate income individuals and other non-profit agencies who serve them. TAP was founded in 1969 to provide professional technical assistance to disadvantaged citizens and others in need of affordable building design services. Among its far-seeing and idealistic founders were students and professors of architecture, local attorneys, religious leaders, neighborhood residents, and activists concerned with the livability of urban neighborhoods.