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The Pop Up Shop

The Pop Up Shop is a welcoming, community-centered retail and creative space located in the Midtown District of Rockford, Illinois. The venue provides local artists and entrepreneurs, with an affordable place to display and sell their work. It offers dedicated wall and floor space for artwork, merchandise, and creative installations. The venue is wheelchair accessible, has limited street parking, and can accommodate approximately 50 people. Our goal is to create an inviting and accessible environment where ArtScene visitors can experience local art, connect with artists, and support Rockford’s creative community.

 

Exhibit:

SPLIT DECISION
Split Decision: A Live Exhibit The Pop Up Shop presents a powerful two-day live exhibit exploring how one split-second decision can alter the course of a young person’s life. Through compelling portraits and immersive storytelling, Rockford artivist King Moosa reveals the difficult realities young people face within America’s justice system while creating space for reflection, healing, and change.

Artists:

King Moosa, A Hip Hop Artivist, organizer and Juvenile Justice advocate.

Venue Gallery: