New Museum Extension

The New Museum Extension sits on the edge of Bowery, bringing contemporary art into a stretch of the neighborhood that’s already packed with creative energy. As an art museum, it divides its display spaces between the main building and this annex, giving visitors a quieter counterpoint to the block’s busier galleries. They offer a restroom on site for anyone who needs it while they take it all in.

Find it at 231a Bowery New York, NY 10002, a few doors south of the main museum on a stretch that keeps redefining itself. The closest subway stop is only a block away if you’re rolling in from another borough, making impulse visits easy. Call ahead at 212-219-1222 to be sure parking won’t be a last-minute headache.

Trace the route with the directions before you leave: the sidewalks east of the Bowery still keep their slightly unpolished edge, and the museum fits right in.