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Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Places To See Art

The Brooklyn art scene reflects the diversity of cultural influences in the borough.
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The art scene in Brooklyn is dynamic. The borough continually cements itself as a place where experienced and aspiring artists can thrive and where art lovers diversify their taste in different forms. 

Here are five places to see art in Brooklyn.

1. Brooklyn Museum

Located at 200 Eastern Parkway, the Brooklyn Museum is the second largest museum in New York City, housing a collection of more than 500,000 objects. It has ancient and modern art and is considered the epicenter of the art scene in the borough. 

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2. A.I.R. Gallery

Located at 155 Plymouth Street in Red Hook, A.I.R. is an artist-run, non-profit art gallery dedicated to women and non-binary artists. The organization is an alternative to mainstream institutions and thrives on its network of active participants.

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Photo: Supplied/A.I.R Instagram

3. BRIC 

Located at 647 Fulton Street in Fort Greene, BRIC is a multidisciplinary arts and media center offering gallery spaces and exhibitions. The organization's contemporary art program presents rigorously curated exhibitions and programs focusing on emerging and mid-career artists whose work captures a rich cross-section of ideas and voices that reflect Brooklyn’s diversity.

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4. The Invisible Dog Art Center

Located at 51 Bergen Street in Boerum Hill, the Invisible Art Dog Center is a space for innovative art that has respect for the past. The ground floor is used for exhibitions, performances and public events, while the second and third floors are divided into over 30 artists’ studios and are integral to the creative community of the center.

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Photo: The Invisible Dog Instagram 

5. Transmitter 

Located at 1329 Willoughby Ave, Transmitter is a collaborative gallery space showcasing contemporary art, often featuring experimental and thought-provoking works. 

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Photo: Transmitter Instagram 

This is an AI-powered collaborative article with BK Reader. Please feel free to add your insights to this list to help us continue to improve our results.


This is an AI-powered collaborative article with BK Reader. Please feel free to add your insights to this list to help us continue to improve our results.



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