Real Art Ways Review

Great art, and unique selection of independent films.

Excellent arts venue, great events, friendly and helpful staff. Parking available.

Cool, little gallery with a movie theater. Real butter on the popcorn.

Loved the non judgemental, caring creative support at Rob Santos' workshop event. Hope to do it again soon.

Love real art ways. They always have unique movies, exhibits, and events. So great to have this spot in Hartford.

A great alternative arts center with cinema nestled in a former typewriter R&D center (really!) in the Parkville neighborhood of Hartford. A bit off the beaten track but worth the few extra turns you'll need to make. The galleries are always interesting and the cinema offerings are top notch. Films you'd normally only find in much larger cities.

We often go to RAW for movies. Staff is friendly and accommodating. Arriving early for ticket? That's great because of the good food & beverage selection, as well as fun, interesting, inspiring art exhibits to view.

So cool and artsy. We need more places like this in central CT.

Came here for movies...loved flavors on popcorn and lovely staff.

Alcohol and movie! Not the best location and a little hard to find but good overall!

I attended a Connecticut poetry society event there, it was a great experience. I read a poem from my book titled just another hopefull fool in love, during the open mic, and had a great response. There were a number of great writers/poets in attendance. #justanotherhopefullfoolinlove

Wonderful experience, great staff and move selection of drinks. Also good to note there is off Street parking, just be careful of oncoming traffic

Love this place! Great movies, thoughtful art, what an asset to Hartford.

Great arts community that is a show place for film and other visual arts

I've lived in the Greater Hartford Area for 6 years, but didn't know this place existed until a couple weeks ago. This area is improving with time as more and more restaurants and bars open up in the area. Real Art Ways hosts trendy art expos and local movie screenings. Establishments like this could go a long way in rejuvenating the neighborhood.

Great movies. There was a problem with the light going on and off during movie

The underground heart of Hartford. Experience the local culture catch an independent film or plan an event of your own. Vasu tribe and the 860 crew are in the building.

The Hartford region's only real indie film place, complete with an art gallery and a constant stream of excellent parties and get-togethers for the funkie crowd. A gem that is always worth visiting and enjoying a festival film or two. Beer and wine always served with cool chow, and a super crowd.

Wide range of interesting movies and guest speakers.

Amazing Place!!! Highly Recommend Everyone going here.

Basically one of the only games in town as a meeting place in Hartford for artists. Truly hope they start expanding to include younger and riskier artists. If/when they do, they'd get an easy five.

Great place and amazing building. This building has lots of detail and amazing flooring. It also has a lot of history and it also has showcases for typewriters because it was an old factory.

Real Art Ways! it is the place for those who love people and arts =)

I went to watch independent movie Valley of love. Friendly theater.

Fun place. Art films from Europe.Art openings from New emerging artists. Creative Thursday's with outdoor block parties bands food drinks. Plenty of parking in a remodeled factory off Park Street.near a fastrac station.

Very cool and eclectic space. I was there for an event and it was well run

A really nice change of pace for me. I used to frequent many clubs, bars and popular spots in and around Hartford and loved the diverse, energetic and exciting environments. However in the last 3 years so much has changed and I found myself people watching and also watching my watch to see if it was an appropriate time to leave...it just wasnt fun anymore. RAW aka Real Art Ways is a blast everytime! A limited but still adequate beer and wine selection with cocktails also available. Great conversation starters at every turn and I've just started going! I enjoy movies I would never think of watching a few months ago...I am so happy I joined and look forward to making the best of my membership!

Creative cocktail on every 3rd Thursday good music and fun

The galleries show interesting, incitefull art which draws one in. It has vastly improved over time. Indie films are very good choices. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because theater seating is abysmal. One has to search around for a good one. The seats are beyond repairable. They need to be replaced. I know that's an expensive proposition for a small nonprofit. Perhaps one of the terrific supporters can find a way to earmark funds for this endeavor. Doesn't hurt to ask.

Small movies and documentaries you won't see elsewhere. Good stuff.

Great place to connect with the heartbeat of Hartford. Movies, events, art, kid's programs, something for everyone. The movie selection is excellent.

I really love this gallery. I got the chance to put a pin on a map to show where I'm from. I'm from Ghana.

A place to see very good movies in comfortable seats.

We were lucky enough to be in town for Bated Breath's theatrical piece inspired by the art exhibits. The performance was spot on. Real Art Ways is a treasure.

Great place, just saw a fantastic documentary about free solo climbing. I would give 5 stars if they can streamline purchasing tickets and/or drinks etc.

There's nothing not to love about Real Art Ways. The folks there are gracious and eager to assist. Best of all, they host the Riverwood Poetry Series each month!

Cool place great event location with fun art space.

Now that I live in Parkville I can't wait to check out my local art scene. I've always been a huge fan of Art. Also, I am an artist myself. I'm hoping that maybe this could be a resource into getting more acclimated with the art community. Kind of unrelated but not really... Has anybody seen a giant dried gourd at real art ways? It should have a sky painted on it That Fades from day to night. I painted it when I was in Middle School. My art teacher at the time said she works closely with real art ways and she would love to display it. When I asked for it back at the end of the school year, she said she couldn't get it back from real art ways. I believe she was lying lol but if anyone has seen it there I would like to get it back.

I've frequented this space, recent party... wasnt a fan. There was a fire show, not as hyped as the hype!

A wonderful little.theater. Tonight we saw the film of Jimi Hendrex's last co cert. They have a great array of films

Easy access from route 84, secure parking, friendly staff, creative art, interesting movies, fun social events, engaging educational programs, neighborhood friendly and caring, lots of energy.

Great place to see a variety of movies and experience art created by current artists.

A lively place for cinema, arts, and community. Decent beer selection. About a block from the Park Street stop on CT Fastrak.

Great evening out appreciating the arts in company with nice people.

My home away from home. RAW is a treasure. Become a member!

a gem for exquisite films and thoughtful exhibits of local artists...At Enternity's Gate was a wonderful film on Vincent Van Gogh protrayed by William DeFoe with many excellent supporting actors. I'm looking forward to the upcoming Loving Vincent encore showing... the art exhibits were provocative & engaging.

Pretty fun & interesting. Something always to do here!

Great place to sit down for a coffee or watch a movie.

Very nice gallery, interesting exhibits. Enjoyed it, a good selection of indie movies.

Was a really fun place to go they had a lot of beautiful stuff and a lot of very talented people

Small theater but interesting movies and nice concession stand with beer

Great art events and movies at reasonable prices in Hartford.

Saw an excellent movie on Pavarotti. A very enjoyable experience.

Very cool spot. Saw Free Solo here. Good beers served. Art museum portion was okay. Theater definitely has an "underground" vibe

Really enjoyed coming here for a limited run of a documentary. I like the owner's opening words a lot, added some nice context. And the beer selection is solid! Definitely looking forward to coming back.

Love see the diverse talents of many artists here. Watch independent films, take dance lessons, which I personally Love , see exhibits or try your hand at something new in the arts. I've heard from a few people that the creative cocktail hour is really fun to go to.

Unusual thought provoking films in an unusual thought provoking space.

Always a great spot to be entertained. Movies are well worth the membership cost. I enjoy the displays.

Nice art gallery with tons of other independent events being hosted here.

The studio and featured movies and events are always wonderful. The theater is always a bit cold, though. Staff are also always fantastic.

love this place especially the movies and fine art displays. Been a member for years

First time ever going to their creative cocktails event on thursday. Im normally never into any art but this place had great vibes and atmosphere where you can come to relax. Will be going back again!!

Unique place for a wedding reception. Bathrooms well stocked. Appetizers excellent. Dinner food was less good.