The Original Lift Trucks Building

MANIFESTO

Yes a real gallery like the old days back in Paris or The East Village or even Goldsmiths in 1990’s London. Real artists who make stuff. Not because they think they can sell it but because they are artists and kind of have to make stuff. Simple. Not decorative made to sell crap, but stuff that means something. Not really sure what, but art that actually means something.

So when you finally flame out, your kids can say: Wow look how smart Mom and Dad were. They bought real art. Not junk from Wayfair.

Welcome to Lift Trucks Project. A formerly abandoned fork lift factory where people can see real art. This is what we should all be looking at. Not art in an over hyped Chelsea box with atmospherically hyped prices.
We own the building and can keep prices reasonable. so come in and look around.

ABOUT THE FACTORY

Built in 1922, the building initially served as a feed, grain, and hardware store when Route 22 was a farm road. In the 1940s, B. Hawley Smith transformed it into a forklift sales and repair operation, employing 17 workers. The sturdy structure supported over 75 forklifts, each averaging 8,000 pounds.

ABOUT OUR SMALL TOWN

Nestled in Westchester County, Croton Falls is a quintessential American town with a rich history and vibrant community spirit. Just 50 miles north of New York City, it’s more than a commuter stop—it’s a place where history meets renewal.

In recent years, Croton Falls has undergone a renaissance, transforming old factories and abandoned buildings into lively community spaces and artistic hubs. The historic 1906 train station now houses a charming wine store, while a former lumber yard is now a bustling art center. The old schoolhouse serves as a playhouse theater and community center, and the firehouse has been converted into office spaces.

Croton Falls exemplifies small-town resilience, blending tradition with progress. From apple picking to trout fishing, it offers a unique mix of old-world charm and contemporary vitality. Just a hop from New York City, find directions here.