Benjamin C.
3/10/2013
It's so rare that a museum's built and run by the very people it's about. MoRUS is one of the few. For many tourists, the history of the Lower East Side ended with the great immigration of...
Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space - MoRUS
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155 Avenue C
New York, NY 10009
The Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space (MoRUS) in New York City is dedicated to showcasing the vibrant culture of urban activism and community resilience. It hosts a variety of exhibits, tours, and events that highlight the intersection of art, social justice, and environmental awareness.
MoRUS features permanent and pop-up exhibitions, educational programs, and film festivals that celebrate grassroots movements and radical storytelling. The museum serves as a hub for exploration and discussion of local history and contemporary issues, creating a platform for voices advocating for sustainable urban living.
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Mounir E.
5/18/2025
This tiny museum in the East Village showcases the neighborhood's rich history of grassroots activism. It's easy to miss, I actually walked past it twice before realizing it's tucked into a...
Mason L.
8/18/2023
Pretty cool, small gallery of history from the last 40 years in the LES. Cool to see an ex squat building too
Diane R.
3/15/2017
I am so glad that this place exists. Beyond the history it helps preserve, it is a real community space that is still working to cultivate and advance the culture it represents through different...
Bebe M.
2/19/2013
I really enjoyed this spot. I had the chance of going to their recent fashion show and was surrounded by chill, down to earth people. There was food, music, & beer (you all know how much I love...
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