Join Our Community

Our Parking Lot activation continues, stay tuned for some incentives to help activate the space.

June Deal TBR

Stay tuned for our June deal to help activate the parking lot.

Terms to be released (TBR)

Savings to be released

SEE THE SPACES

Founding Member

Jump aboard & Co-Anchor this new 501(c)(7) non-profit social club.

Founding aunnual membership includes 1 Exhibit or Project Space plus 1 Event

$1,500

JOIN THE COLLECTIVE

Advocates FTW!

The Goal: Share our spaces and get membership credit!

Secure us a new tenant, event, or contribute labor/specialty hours, and secure a membership or makerspace credit!

Spread the Word!+

Studio & Exhibit Space Available!

Indoor & outdoor expandable shipping container studios with adjacent flexible use project, exhibit, and event areas.
Zoned for Artist Studios (Group B) and Artisan Manufacturing

See Availabilty Here

The Union Machine Works dates back to Oakland´s early days as a hub of shipbuilding, transportation, and industrial manufacturing.

The building now hosts a new generation of creators as the UMW Community Collaborative Social Club & Maker Collective.

Upcoming Socials

Click here or below to enter our social event catalog, see more info, & RSVP to our upcoming weekly Tuesday Townhalls, Thursday Comedy Nights, monthly 1st Saturday Open Houses, & more.

Open House

6/6 11 am - 9pm

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Town Halls

Tuesday Weekly

Comedy Open Mics

Thursday Weekly

Lot Activation Party

Sun 6/28 (stay tuned)

Our open house this Sat is going to feature a marble hunt and Bill's Telsa Coil!

Under 3 days left for our best deals yet!

Check the link in our bio for 10-33% off!

Build your next project here!

3,000+ sqft of external space and 1,000 sqft of internal short term project space available! Monthly, weekly, and daily flexible terms.

Ranging from $2 - $3/sqft at our historic Union Machine Works in Jack London Square!

Compliment it with a fundraising event during your build or after!

In fact, we have a Founding Membership deal this month where you get a project build plus full event buyout for just $1.5k which is up to 33% in savings!

Here are a few wide angle shots of our indoor flex use event and project space. Furniture is modular, so members and renters can rearrange to their liking!

Here are a few shots of our outdoor area. Ready for events, art studios, and gardens to come in!

Check out our link in bio to book space and become a member!

Adaptive. Modular. Industrial.

Our shipping container studios are more than just a locked door—they are an entry point into a full-scale fabrication ecosystem. Modified to suit your workflow, each studio includes shared access to our professional wood and metal shops.

Stop hauling tools back and forth. Move in, set up, and start building.

We are in the final stretch of our fundraising sprint to fill the "Coliseum" and activate our 8,000 sq ft lot. Support the sanctuary and secure your space at a locked-in rate.

The Flash Sale 10–33% OFF (Ends May 31):
Private 20ft Studios: $500/mo
Studio + Exhibit Space: $750/mo

The Perks: 24/7 Access | Shared Industrial Shops | 501(c)(7) Community.

Join the frontier at the link in our bio.

#UnionMachineWorks #OaklandMakers #Makerspace #ShippingContainerStudio #IndustrialArts #JackLondonSquare

The UMW Menu is officially live. We are in an 8-day sprint to activate our 8,000 sq ft lot and stabilize our indoor makerspaces. Studios from $500, Event rentals from $75/hr. Save 10–33% through May 15. Link in bio to join the frontier.

Interested in project or event space? Find more details and book through our website 🙌

Check out our website to see availabilities.

Join us the upcoming Tuesday April 21st for our upcoming community activation!

521 3rd St 94607, 5 to 8 pm

If you have been at all interested in getting involved at Union Machine Works, join up and we will loop you in 🤞🤸‍♂️🙌

We loved hosting our neighbors at the California Emerging Infections Program for their anniversary and holiday party here at the warehouse 🎉

It’s always a joy to celebrate local organizations doing meaningful work and to honor their accomplishments from the year.

Happy 30th anniversary CEIP! 🥂🎂

#BayArea #EventPlanning #CorporateEvents #Oakland #JackLondonsquare #Venue

Join us this Saturday, Nov 1st for our Open House! 🎉

Come explore our new shipping container art studios. These are flexible, affordable spaces perfect for artists, makers, craftspeople, and small creative businesses.

Walk through the studios, meet our community, and find the space that fits your vision.

Whether you need a workshop, design studio, or microshop - we’ve got options.

Know someone looking for space? Share this with them!
Let’s build something great together 🤝

📍 521 3rd St, Oakland
⏰ 12–4PM

#StudioSpaceForRent #ArtistStudio #CreativeWorkspace #OaklandStudios #BayAreaArtists #MakerCommunity #AffordableStudios #JackLondonSquare #OaklandArtists #SharedWorkspace #CreativeEntrepreneurs #StudioRental

🏢✨ Studio Spaces Now Available in the Old Union Machine Works Warehouses!

Looking for a creative space to make, build, or dream? Our shipping container studios can be customized to fit your needs right here in Oakland 🌆

📍 Just 2 blocks from Jack London Square + the ferry
🤝 Community-focused maker space with shared work areas + a proposed pop-up venue
🔒 24/7 monitored security
⚡ 3-phase power available
🎨 Eclectic mix of artists & makers
🛠️ Temporary builds + short lease terms welcome

Check out our website and contact us today to reserve your spot!

#UMWCommunity #OaklandMakers #Oakland #ForRent #StudioSpace #EastBay #BayAreaArtists #CreativeSpaces #JackLondonSquare #OaklandStudios #ArtistCommunity

Studio Space Available — Union Machine Works Warehouse✨

A burgeoning hip, collaborative maker space in an incredible Jack London Square location. Get in on the ground floor and grow with us!

📍 Just 2 blocks from Jack London Square + the ferry
🏢 Shared warehouse community with proposed pop-up venue & workspace areas
🔒 Monitored security
⚡ 3-phase power available
💧 Utilities (power & water) based on your needs
📏 Up to 2,000 sqft total available (avg. 450 sqft units)
💵 Starting at $1.81/sqft (depending on size + term)
🛠️ Short leases + temporary builds welcome

We’re seeking an eclectic, diverse mix of artists and makers who value collaboration and community.

📩 Call, Email, or DM us to learn more and claim your space today!

#StudioSpace #OaklandArtists #ForRent #CommercialSpace #MakersMovement #JackLondonSquare #OaklandStudios #BayAreaMakers #ArtistCommunity #Oakland #Oaklandforrent

From this past Saturday’s Venue Launch event 🚀

Thanks to everyone who stopped by 🙏

Hope to see you next month and every first Saturday for our open house!! 🏠

#oakland #community #art #fun #bayarea #artwalk #jacklondonsquare

🎉 TOMORROW is the big day! 🎉
Join us Sat, Aug 2nd | 12–4PM for our Venue Launch & Open House at Union Machine Works! And check out this incredible vendor lineup:

🔥 BBQ by @unk_onthe_grill
🌮 Birria tacos from @lasantatorta
🌶️ Small-batch heat from @evolutionhotsauce
🧥 Vintage finds from @lowerbottomsclothingco
🪞 Stunning glass art by @jimrigers
🛠️ Warehouse Garage Sale @umwcommunity
🎯 Games & activities with @tylersmysterytours
...and more surprises!

📍521 3rd St, Oakland
🎨 Part of the Art Walk.

🍻Also don’t forget to check out the Beer & Food Fest from @jacklondonoakland just down the street. Come make a day of it!

#OaklandEvents #Oakland #EastBay #BayArea #FreeEvents #Saturday #UMWCommunity #OpenHouse #Art #Love #Food#ArtWalkOakland #ArtWalk #SupportLocal #EastBayEats #TylerMysteryTours #openhouse

Come to our Venue Launch this Saturday and hear about one man’s journey building his own tiny home 🏠

Joe has built his future home from scratch and will give you the rundown of his process 🔨🔧From construction design to interior, this tiny home has everything that him and his girlfriend needs to live a more free and affordable lifestyle 🛏️🪴

Come with questions and hear how others might built their tiny homes. Worksheets available for brainstorming 📝

Enjoy this seminar 2-2:30pm as well as our music, vintage market, games etc at our event!

#tinyhome #tinyhomeonwheels #tinyhomeliving #oakland #home #homebuilding #bayarea #events #saturday #homehouse #seminar #jacklondonsquare

THIS SATURDAY 🙌 Union Machine Works Open House & Venue Launch!

Come tour our new space, meet the team, and see what we offer:
✨ Venue Rentals
🎤 Event Services
🎨 Art & Maker Creative Services

Brought to you by @tylersmysterytours , let’s make something amazing together.

#UnionMachineWorks #VenueLaunch #TylersMysteryTours #OpenHouse #CreativeSpace #EventVenue #MakerSpace #ArtAndEvents #LocalEvents #BayArea #JackLondonSquare #oakland #artwalk

📍We’re on the map!
Mark your calendars for Aug 2nd and make your way to Stop #️⃣5 on the Art Walk

Union Machine Works is opening its doors for a FREE Open House & Venue Launch! 🎉

🎨 Explore 8 unique stops, and don’t miss ours at 521 3rd St where we’re serving up:
✨ Hands-on activities
🎶 Live entertainment
🍽️ Local food & drink
🎯 Free games + a taste of Tyler’s Mystery Tours

👀 Follow @umwcommunity for a sneak peek into the space and what’s to come!

Let’s make this walk unforgettable. See you there!

#ArtWalkOakland #UMWCommunity #OpenHouse #OaklandEvents #FreeFun #TylerMysteryTours #BayArea #oakland

🧹✨ Spring Cleaning Mode: Activated ✨🧹

Union Machine Works is still becoming and that’s the beauty of it💥

We’re in cleanup, rearranging, and building something bold + creative here in the warehouse.
This is your sneak peek at the space. The mess, the magic, and everything in between. 🔧🖤

Stay tuned. Big things are coming.

#UnionMachineWorks #WarehouseVibes #SpringCleaning #CreativeSpace #InProgress #MakerSpace #BehindTheScenes #TylersMysteryTours #BuildingSomethingNew #ArtAndEvents #VenueInTheMaking #BarArea #Venue

Our now weekly open to the entire community gathering is happening again tonight and now every Tuesday! Join up and meet some neighbors 🙂

Our first Master Class taught by Smoke Daddy himself is at the warehouse this weekend! He's crafted the neon on the man for years!

Check it out if interested, limited seats available 🙂

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