Discover LES

The Lower East Side is a neighborhood full of vibrant history, cultural landmarks, and opportunities to connect with the community.

Local Highlights
Shop locally with our business directory.

Arts & Culture
Visit museums, galleries, and organizations showcasing the neighborhood’s rich heritage and creative energy.

Ways to Get Involved
Volunteer, adopt a tree, or engage with local government and community programs.

Neighborhood Highlights

Stay connected with the Lower East Side!

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Did you know?

For every dollar spent at a small business, 70 cents stays in the community.

Use the Business Directory to shop our neighborhood.

Arts & Culture

The Lower East Side offers a diverse array of cultural experiences. These venues, from historical museums to contemporary galleries, preserve and celebrate the neighborhood's unique heritage.

External Resources
Tenement Museum
Tenement Museum

The Tenement Museum welcomes you into the homes of immigrant, migrant, and refugee families to inspire connections between past and present and to promote an inclusive and expansive American society.

Museum at Eldridge Street
Museum at Eldridge Street

Housed in the Eldridge Street Synagogue, a meticulously restored National Historic Landmark, the museum tells the story of Jewish immigrant life, architecture, and historic preservation through its exhibits, tours, and public programs.

Downtown Gallery Map
Downtown Gallery Map

A hub for bohemian culture and contemporary art since the 1980s, the Lower East Side offers visitors access to both renowned and undiscovered works.View a comprehensive map and directory at downtowngallerymap.com.

International Center of Photography
International Center of Photography

The International Center of Photography is the world’s leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture.

FABnyc
FABnyc

FABnyc is a team of artists and organizers working to preserve, sustain, and grow the cultural vibrancy of the Lower East Side neighborhood. Learn about their workshops and events at fabnyc.org.

Get Involved

Join us in strengthening our community through meaningful volunteer opportunities and local initiatives.

Volunteer with the partnership

Volunteers support a variety of initiatives including free public daytime cooking demonstrations, community events, evening panel discussions, and our revitalized community fridge.

By volunteering, you will be playing a crucial role in enhancing the vibrancy of our community.

Sign up to take care of a Street Tree! Street Trees provide shade, water drainage, and air purification. By taking care of a Street Tree, you will help our neighborhood stay beautiful and healthy.

Community Boards have an important advisory role in land use and zoning matters, City budget, municipal service delivery, and more. Reach out to them with community concerns.

NYC Council Members introduce and vote on legislation concerning all aspects of City life. They negotiate the City’s budget, review land use, and monitor City agencies to ensure they effectively serve New Yorkers.