Edgy, Hip, and Evolving - Bushwick
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B u s h w i c k, B k l y n
Bushwick, as with many other areas of New York City, has gone through changes. The 1970s brought the closing of factories and businesses in the area and it became a rough neighborhood. In the early 2000s artists and the eclectic community were originally attracted to Bushwick for more affordable industrial artist spaces.
Today, Bushwick is a vibrant, colorful urban neighborhood with trendy restaurants, independent shops, galleries, thrift shops, and high-priced condos.
Here is what caught my eye. I hope you enjoy!
B r o o k l y n N Y C
The Bushwick Collective was founded by resident Joe Ficalora to bring artistry to revive the area. The Collective collaborates with Brooklyn artists, as well as artists from all over the world, to create murals all through Bushwick. There are some murals in the area that are not associated with the Collective.
What you should know:
The area murals can be viewed for free, though there are some tour operators that conduct walking tours for a fee. I suggest walking and exploring on your own.
You could spend a couple of hours to an entire day.
Winter is better because there are fewer people, but it’s cold.
The art displays do change.
On the street parking is available; check posted parking regulation signs.
There are quite a few restaurant options in the area.
Locations: Troutman St. between Irving and Cypress Ave. / Thames St. between Bogart St. and Vandervoort Place. / Siegel, Moore and Varet Sts. Between Bogart and White Sts. / Flushing Ave. between Vandervoort Pl. & Irving Ave.
