by Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space
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A small East Village museum telling how neighbors transformed abandoned lots into community gardens and bike-friendly streets. A good add-on to exploring nearby community gardens with kids.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | — |
| Wednesday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
Closed Mon & Tue
Suggested donation $5
Open Wed–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 8–17.
Suggested donation $5
Sunday: 12 PM–5 PM · Wednesday: 12 PM–5 PM · Thursday: 12 PM–5 PM · Friday: 12 PM–5 PM · Saturday: 12 PM–5 PM. Closed Mon & Tue
155 Avenue C, 10009, in the East Village, Manhattan.
Yes. Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space: morusnyc.org, or call (646) 340-8341.
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