55 Morrissey
A Home for Boston’s Creative Community
What started as an emergency response has grown into a thriving creative hub. In early 2023, when hundreds of musicians faced displacement from their rehearsal spaces at 155 North Beacon St. in Allston, The Record Co. partnered with the #ARTSTAYSHERE Coalition to transform 55 Morrissey Blvd. into a solution. Today, we’re proud to announce our extended commitment to this space through January 2027.
This isn’t just about maintaining rehearsal spaces—it’s about preserving Boston’s cultural infrastructure. Our 35,000-square-foot facility now houses:
- 90 professional rehearsal rooms
- Over 400 active bands and creative professionals
- A diverse mix of musicians and small businesses
- A growing creative community
What began as a temporary solution has become an essential part of Boston’s creative ecosystem, providing safe, welcoming, and affordable monthly rehearsal spaces for our city’s vibrant music community.
Who is The Record Co.?
Since 2012, The Record Co. (TRC) has been the heartbeat of Boston’s music community. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we’ve grown from a single recording studio into Boston’s largest provider of affordable creative space, operating both our original Mass Ave facility and our 90-room Morrissey Boulevard location.
Think of us as your neighborhood community center, but instead of a swimming pool, we offer something even better: affordable recording studios and rehearsal spaces. Our facilities serve over 400 active bands and creative professionals, making us more than just a space—we’re a catalyst for Boston’s creative community.
Our mission remains clear: to remove the technical and social barriers between music makers and their creative visions. Whether you’re recording your first demo or rehearsing for a major tour, TRC provides the professional spaces, tools, and community support you need to succeed.
From responding to urgent space needs to providing long-term creative solutions, this is exactly the kind of community service work we were built to do.
FAQ
So there’s a new building? Is it nice? Where is it?
Professional Creative Space in the Heart of Dorchester
Through a successful partnership between The Record Co., the #ARTSTAYSHERE Coalition, and our building owner, 55 Morrissey Blvd. has evolved from a temporary solution into a long-term home for Boston’s creative community, now secured through January 2027.
Professional Amenities Meet Perfect Location
Formerly home to offices and radio stations, our 35,000-square-foot facility offers all the professional amenities working musicians need:
- State-of-the-art HVAC systems
- Professional-grade security
- Sound-treated spaces
- Common areas and lounges
Unbeatable Location & Accessibility
Located in Boston’s vibrant Dorchester neighborhood, 55 Morrissey offers exceptional access:
- 100+ dedicated off-street parking spaces
- Direct access from I-93
- Steps from JFK/UMass MBTA Red Line
- Walking distance to Star Market
- Easy access to local amenities
I’m in. How do I get a room?
Join Our Creative Community
Ready to secure your space at 55 Morrissey? Follow these simple steps:
Room Options & Rates
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How to Apply
- Review the room sizes and rates above
- Complete our online application: Apply Now
- Join our waitlist for available spaces
Important Note for Shared Spaces: If you’re planning to share a room with other groups, please coordinate and submit only one application per room. The primary applicant should:
- List all group members
- Serve as the main point of contact
- Handle the monthly payments
- Manage room scheduling between members
Questions about the application process? Email us at 55@therecordco.org
We intend to share a room with other musicians/groups. Should we each submit individual applications?
No. For those of you that intend to share with other groups: please only submit one application per room.
Are there rules?
Community Guidelines & Building Rules
At 55 Morrissey, we maintain a professional, creative environment where all artists can thrive. Here’s what you need to know about our facility rules and expectations:
Building Access
- Hours: Open 8am-2am, 7 days per week
- After Hours: Security staff available between 2am-8am for property access (advance notice required)
- Temperature Control: Building is professionally climate-controlled
Room Usage & Modifications
- Room Changes: All modifications require management approval
- Approved Changes: Shelving, vinyl wall applications, accent walls
- Not Permitted: Self-installed locks, ceiling tile removal, built-in furnishings
- Equipment: Non-musical electrical appliances need prior approval
- Climate Control: Personal heaters/AC units not permitted (building is temperature controlled)
Safety & Security
- Prohibited Items:
- Smoking/vaping devices
- Aerosols
- Fog machines
- Smoke/haze producing devices
- Controlled substances (including cannabis)
- Unauthorized electrical appliances
Professional Conduct
- Purpose: This is a working space, not an event venue
- Events: Contact us to plan social events at our 960 Mass Ave location
- Behavior: Zero tolerance for harassment, violence, or threatening conduct
- Common Spaces: Follow “campground rules” – leave areas better than you found them
Maintenance & Support
- Temperature Issues: Submit a maintenance request for quick resolution
- Modifications: Submit requests for room improvements
- Common Areas: Kitchen, lounges, and corridors maintained by all
All members receive a complete license agreement detailing these and other important policies.
Will I have to sign a “lease“?
We’ll ask you to sign a “license agreement” for your room. A license is shorter and more straightforward than a lease, but it still provides rights that are important to you: access to a clean, safe, heated room, professional building management and maintenance, and more; all in exchange for your monthly license “rent” payment.
My question wasn’t answered here.
No problem. We’re happy to help. All support related to the temporary rehearsal space is currently being provided by email only. Just send us a message at 55@therecordco.org and a staff member will respond within 48 hours.
Floor plans & room rates
