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City. The East Village is also often referred to as being the birthplace of a number of artistic
and musical movements, including punk rock, anti-folk, and even hip hop to an extent.
Countless big names of the music world have found their road to fame through the East
Village, with performances at the theatres that dot the neighborhood; including the Allman
Brothers, the Grateful Dead, The Who, Pink Floyd, and so many more.
Today the trendy music movement lives on, and the art and culture scene is still a huge
draw. Tompkins Square offers a look into the political and protest history of the area, as
well as a bit of a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Visit some of the museums,
including the New Museum of Contemporary Art and the Museum of Jewish Heritage.
Where:
The East Village is the area East of Third Avenue and the Bowery to the East
River, between 14th Street and Houston Street.
