The Brooklyn Waterfront is host to many fun and interesting activities that excite and thrill anyone that comes to visit. Nestled in the diverse mixing pot of New York City, the Brooklyn Waterfront is a treasure throve of miraculous sights and sounds. While on your stay at The Brooklyn Boutique Hotel, whether you are here for a few hours, or maybe a few days, we encourage you to visit these fascinating locations, to truly take advantage of all this area has to offer.
The Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition a.k.a “BWAC” is a non-profit corporation, which was first organized in the year 1978 by 16 local artists, looking for a place to exhibit their artwork. The BWAC has now grown to become Brooklyn’s largest artist-run organization with over 500 artists exhibiting over 3000 new creative works to over 18,000 visitors from all over the world each year. There are two synergistic goals of the BWAC; they are to assist emerging artists in advancing their artistic careers, and to also present the art-of-today in an easily accessible format.
If you love wine, then you will absolutely adore Waterfront Wines and Spirits. This company specializes in products made in accordance with local traditions. Their selection highlights classic production methods which include organic, biodynamic, and natural wines. The company takes pride in good, knowledgeable, and individual customer service, and presents their products in a fun and an accessible manner. The courteous staff is always happy to help in the selection of the right wine or spirit for any occasion. While shopping for the perfect wine, why not attend one of the in-store tasting events and classes. These classes are on a regular basis, for those who would like to learn more about the fascinating world of wines and spirits.
Across a bridge, over a river, and onto a dream is the slogan for one of the best restaurants, the Brooklyn Waterfront has to offer. The Award winning River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled right under the Brooklyn Bridge, with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant which was founded in 1977, has been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from all round the world. The River Café is more than simply dining; it is often a magical experience.
Who said that the only place to catch a great show is on the great white way? If your love is for the Theater, swing by the St. Ann’s Warehouse. For 34 years, St. Ann’s Warehouse has commissioned, produced, and presented a unique and eclectic body of innovative theater and concert presentations that meet at the intersection of theater and rock and roll. Since 2000, the organization has helped vitalize the Brooklyn Waterfront in DUMBO, where St. Ann’s Warehouse has become one of New York City’s most important and compelling live performance destinations.
