A New Pulse in Downtown Helena
A new energy is taking root in Helena’s downtown financial district, one powered by community, creativity, and a commitment to the future. Brooklyn 72342 is answering the call that Helena can thrive again and that innovation and culture can live side by side in the Delta.
Brooklyn 72342 is a community space with many faces: an art café showcasing local work, a lively pool hall open for games and tournaments, and an innovation hub focused on building skills and opportunity for young people. More than that, it’s a place where people from across the city can gather, connect, and imagine what’s possible—together.
Every Wednesday, the space opens its doors for After Work Socials—casual gatherings where folks can enjoy music, conversation, and the comfort of community. It's the kind of space where anyone can grab a drink while admiring local art, catch up with friends over a pool match, or spark new collaborations simply by being in the room.
The pool hall, in particular, is quickly becoming a favorite spot. Local players and clubs are looking forward to a series of homegrown tournaments designed to bring neighbors together and add a spark of healthy competition back into downtown. The first matches have already shown plenty of promise with several players around the county showcasing their skills.
What’s more, is that the purpose of Brooklyn 72342 highlights its heart for young people. The space will serve as a launchpad for tech education—introducing local students to essential 21st-century skills like coding, network engineering, and cybersecurity. These programs aim to close opportunity gaps and give Helena’s youth the tools they need to lead in tomorrow’s economy. It’s a powerful reminder that innovation doesn’t just happen in big cities. It can—and should—be nurtured in communities like ours.
At its core, Brooklyn 72342 is a community-led investment in Helena’s future. It brings together art, technology, tradition, and ambition, all under one roof. It offers something for everyone—from a middle schooler learning Python for the first time to an old friend catching a Wednesday night game over coffee.
And most importantly, it’s a space that believes in Helena, in its people, and in its potential.
So the next time you're downtown, stop by 209 Rightor Street. Come shoot a game of pool, meet someone new, or simply take in the atmosphere of a place that’s working to write a new story for our city.
