At first glance, SCRAP RVA might look like a colorful treasure trove of donated odds and ends—but step inside, and it quickly becomes clear: this is much more than a reuse center. It’s a hub for creativity, education, and connection. Powered largely by volunteers passionate about sharing their skills, SCRAP isn’t just keeping materials out of landfills—it’s building a culture of hands-on learning, artistic play, and inclusive access to the arts. With exciting plans on the horizon, including an art vending machine and regular gallery events, SCRAP RVA is proving that reuse is not only practical—it’s powerful. We sat down with the team to learn more about SCRAP RVA’s evolution, its impact on Richmond’s creative landscape, and what’s next for this ever-expanding reuse revolution.

What started as a joke over coffee has grown into one of Richmond’s most curious and captivating arts movements. Born from a playful brainstorm about boosting local theatre attendance, Tri Theta has evolved into a secretive-yet-spirited society of theatre-goers on a mission: to revive the art of showing up.

Nestled in Richmond’s vibrant arts district, Chromophore Artspace is redefining what it means to be a platform for emerging and experimental art. Founded with the mission to amplify underrepresented voices and foster fearless creativity, this artist-run space has quickly become a hub for bold expression, collaboration, and community-driven programming. We spoke with founder Ayah Davis-Karim, a mixed media artist with a background in the fields of architecture, interior design, and fashion, to learn how they’re shaping the local art scene—and why challenging the norm is central to their vision.