There are only a couple of reviews on Google about this place, and I'm about to be the first Yelp! review. People on google are upset because of the name. I get it from both sides--no, it isn't technically a museum, but also, who says an outdoor space can't be called a museum? Those who are complaining aren't being flexible enough in their thinking.
This is an outdoor corridor in Long Island City. It's no Bushwick Collective or anything extensive or fancy. My biggest gripe is that much of the art is up high, therefore it's harder to view and photograph. But no one owes me an easily photographed mural either--we should all take art wherever we can get it.
The pieces here are from a wide array of well-known street artists, some local, some from afar. The pieces touch on nature, humanity, some just plain ol' fun. Some pieces are simple, some are intricate.
No, it's not technically a "museum." But it's a wonderful outdoor space where you can enjoy some beautiful art from talented artists. There is a ton of greenery, benches, and a play area for children. It's in a very lively neighborhood, near tons of restaurants and a short walk from Culture Lab LIC (reviewed separately) and breweries, as well as a bowling alley. Also near Gantry Plaza State Park, where the famous Pepsi sign is, with views of the water. Very tranquil place to spend a nice day.
People need to lighten up and appreciate things for what they are and quit getting tripped up over words, which are fluid and can have many meanings and...
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