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The Hive has found a new home. Last week, the local nonprofit youth organization announced it will be moving into a new location at 1175 Camino del Rio. The Hives lost its lease last summer at its former location at 1150 Main Ave.

The new location, conveniently located along the river trail and across the river from the skatepark, comes with a five-year lease and an option to renew for another five years.

“This has been a challenging  journey searching for the right long-term home,” Kelsie Borland, executive director and co-Founder, said in a press release. “Since closing our downtown location in May of 2024, we have worked diligently on various location options. This building we chose is in a great location and has the space we need to thrive and grow!”

One of the most exciting aspects of the new space is that it will allow for a doubling of the size of the indoor skatepark, which will accommodate more young skaters and provide a better environment for skill development, according to Borland. Additionally, the new space will feature an all-ages music venue, something that was a point of contention with the last landlord.

“We are extremely excited and grateful for the opportunity to bring The Hive back – stronger than ever – in a space that will serve our youth for years to come,” Borland said.

Since its founding six years ago, The Hive has sought to provide a safe, inclusive space for under-resourced and underrepresented youth to explore skateboarding, art, music and leadership. Borland said the relocation would not have been possible without the help of the community as well as contributions from the City of Durango, Creative District and Visit Durango Lodger’s Tax Funding, Community Foundation of Southwest Colorado, United Way and numerous local businesses.

“This reaffirm hat our mission matters, and with the continued backing of our community, we are excited to provide a safe, creative and empowering space,” said Borland.

The new space is expected to open late spring, and in the meantime, The Hive is asking for help in bringing this new space to life with contributions for the skatepark, music venue and programming.

For more info., go to: www.thehivedgo.org or follow The Hive on social media.