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About Firehouse Center For The Arts

The Firehouse Center for the Arts is a nonprofit hub for culture in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Located at 1 Market Square, the venue combines the intimate Arakelian Theater with a vibrant art gallery, hosting a range of performances from local premieres to contemporary works and special events. Whether you’re catching a quirky comedy night, a classic concert, or a community festival, you’ll find a welcoming, no-fuss ticket experience here. We’ve got you covered—from seating details to nearby lodging and dining options, plus straightforward directions for getting there.

Note: Elevator renovations are scheduled Feb–Apr 2026. The venue remains open during construction, with access and services maintained for guests.

Seating within the Arakelian Theater offers an intimate setting with a clear view from every angle. For the current seating layout, see the seating_chart_simple.jpg on firehouse.org. Plan ahead to secure your seats and enjoy a broad range of programming, including the New Works Festival and community performances such as Comedy Night with Brad Mastrangelo and the PortBury Follies. If you’re visiting from out of town, there are solid transit options and walkable lodging choices nearby, all designed to make your Firehouse experience straightforward and enjoyable.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA 01950.
  • Venue type: Nonprofit center for the arts, combining a 191-seat theater (Arakelian Theater) and an art gallery.
  • Seating chart: Arakelian Theater seating layout is available (seating_chart_simple.jpg) on the venue site.
  • Capacity: 191 seats in the Arakelian Theater (sources cite 191-seat configuration).
  • Parking: Waterfront parking lots on either side of the Firehouse; additional street parking may be available.
  • Transit: Nearby MBTA/Commuter Rail access (Newburyport/Rockport Line); MeVa fixed-route bus serves downtown Newburyport; Newburyport Station is about 1 mile away.
  • Nearby hotels: Garrison Inn (11 Brown Square) and Essex Street Inn (7 Essex Street) within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: New Works Festival (shorts), Comedy Night with Brad Mastrangelo, Deep Blue C Studio Orchestra Christmas, PortBury Follies, and the annual Firehouse Celebrates gala.
  • Status: Still operating as Firehouse Center for the Arts; elevator renovations announced for Feb–April 2026 but venue remains active.
  • Seating chart link: seating_chart_simple.jpg on firehouse.org shows the current seating layout.