About Grim House

Tulsa's artist-run creative community hub

Our Mission

Grim House is an artist-run creative house, live music venue, community arts space, and media-powered cultural platform in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Built by artists for artists, we are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive creative community.

We believe that art and music are essential to healthy communities. Our space is designed to nurture emerging talent, celebrate established artists, and create opportunities for collaboration and cultural expression. Every event, workshop, and session we host reflects our core values of accessibility, authenticity, and community empowerment.

What We Do

Live Shows

Curated performances featuring local and touring artists across multiple genres. From intimate sets to high-energy performances.

Workshops

Educational sessions led by experienced artists and professionals. Learn production, performance, visual art, and more.

Community Events

Open mics, artist showcases, panel discussions, and collaborative cultural programming for all skill levels.

Artist Showcases

Platforms for emerging Tulsa creators to display visual art, performances, and collaborative projects.

Media Sessions

Interviews, live recordings, and content creation capturing Tulsa's creative energy for our cultural platform.

Collaborative Programming

Cross-disciplinary projects bringing together musicians, visual artists, performers, and community members.

How Grim House Came to Life

Grim House emerged from a simple idea: Tulsa needed a space where artists could create without compromise, where emerging talent could find platforms, and where the community could gather to celebrate creative expression. What started as a vision became a reality through dedication, collaboration, and deep roots in Tulsa's DIY arts culture.

Built by artists for artists, Grim House has become more than a venue. It's a community, a laboratory for new ideas, and a testament to what's possible when creative people come together around a shared purpose. Every event, every workshop, every collaboration strengthens our commitment to being Tulsa's most authentic creative hub.

We honor the artists and community members who have made Grim House what it is today. Together, we continue to build something special—a space where art thrives, voices are heard, and creative dreams become reality.

Our Values

Artist-Centered

We prioritize the needs, voices, and creative vision of artists in everything we do.

Community-Focused

We exist to strengthen Tulsa's creative community and support each other's growth.

Inclusive & Accessible

We welcome all artists and community members, regardless of background, experience, or identity.

Authentic Expression

We create space for genuine, unfiltered artistic and cultural expression.

Sustainability

We build Grim House to last through artist support, community investment, and smart partnerships.

DIY Spirit

We honor the DIY ethos that built Tulsa's creative scene—doing it ourselves, for ourselves.

Get Involved

Want to be part of Grim House? There are many ways to get involved and support our mission.