Howl! Happening opens its doors to Homo Eruptus, a new body of work by Scooter LaForge, including large, mural-size paintings ‘that mine the artist’s fertile inner emotional realm.’
Scooter LaForge at Howl! Happening
Category: East Village
St. Mark’s Historic District in the East Village Celebrates its 50th Anniversary!
On January 14, 1969, the St. Mark’s Historic District was one of the first historic districts to be designated a City Landmark. Now, as we approach its 50th anniversary, the Greenwich Village Society of Historic Preservation is planning a celebration. RSVP for the Event to be held on Wednesday, January 16th, and check out a wonderful and informative article on the Secrets of the St. Mark’s Historic District by 6SqFt.
The GVSHP is also celebrating the launch of its online tool, giving historic information on every building in the neighborhood. Click to explore “A History of the East Village and its Architecture” by Francis Morrone.
Al Diaz/SAMO @ Same Old Gallery ~ East Village Home of Basquiat
57 Great Jones, once owned by Andy Warhol, was the home and studio of Jean-Michel Basquiat. This month, the ground-floor space has been converted to a temporary gallery, inspired by the late artist ~ with an opening exhibition by Basquiat’s friend Al Diaz, also known as #SAMO, in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Basquiat’s passing.
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The Brant Foundation to Open Art Gallery in the East Village with Major Basquiat Exhibition
The Brant Foundation will open its new East Village Gallery doors on March 6, 2019 in what was the home/studio of the late artist, Walter De Maria, who passed away in 2013. Inaugural exhibition ~ works by Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Artolution + East Village Students = a Gorgeous New Mural
The non-profit group, Artolution and the students at PS 751 & Harvey Milk High School came together to create an incredible mural capturing their diversity and individuality. We were thrilled to come across it, and wanted to share a few pictures we took today.
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East Village Art View ~ Reception on Wednesday, May 16th
Art Collection NYC presents East Village Art View ~ selected artworks in mixed-media from artists working in and around New York City.
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‘So Close: Love & Hate’ Returns to Joe’s Pub
Joe’s Pub will welcome back Brooklyn-based, Venezuelan born artist, Migguel Anggelo in the ubiquitous story of immigration, So Close: Love & Hate, for two performances.
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Celebrating The Cube in Astor Place at 50!
Save the Date, November 1st, for the Celebration of ‘Alamo‘ (Astor Place Cube) at 50!
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Charlie Parker Jazz Festival ~ August 23 – 27!
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