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Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space (MoRUS) Museum in Alphabet City

4.8 out of 5

Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space (MoRUS) in Alphabet City

The mood

Fun, social · best in the evening · good for small groups

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The story

A museum in Alphabet City. Insider tip: MoRUS is a 100% volunteer-run organization committed to open, community-based action.

The Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space (MoRUS) chronicles the history of grassroots action in the Lower East Side, including activists who turned abandoned spaces and vacant lots into community spaces and gardens. Its exhibits use photography, videography, artifacts, and documents to present an often overlooked version of New York City history. The museum is run entirely by volunteers.

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Vibe
Fun, Social
Best times
Afternoon, Evening
Group size
Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6)
Insider tip
MoRUS is a 100% volunteer-run organization committed to open, community-based action.

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