1. International Center of Photography
A small, accessible photography gallery with an intimacy you can’t find in the larger museums.
Website: www.Icp.org
2. Bowery Poetry Club
A laid back cafe and artistic space with lectures, live music, and more in an inspiring area with so much history.
Website: www.bowerypoetry.com/
3. Label
A cool South African designer with inexpensive and stylish clothing.
Website: www.Labelnyc.com
4. Buffalo Exchange
My favorite vintage clothing store because it’s not overwhelmingly huge and the staff is very friendly.
Website: www.buffaloexchange.com/
5. St. Mark’s Bookshop
An independent bookstore in a great location, every part of this store is interesting. It’s filled with interesting books to dive into, and they sometimes have events, too.
Website: www.stmarksbookshop.com/