Our visit to the graves of famous Lower East Siders (Mt. Carmel Cemetery)
Earlier this week, while waiting for my car to be repaired at a local shop, I stumbled upon Mt. Carmel...
Did you know that Levi Strauss began his career on the Lower East Side?
Did you know that Levi Strauss began his career on the Lower East Side? In 1847, at age 18,...
Ever wonder how the term “East Village” came about?
It started when the Third Avenue Elevated Train line -- which ran from Chatham Square to The Bronx up Bowery...
Video: The roots of Hollywood on NYC’s Lower East Side
This original LESHP documentary explores the important role that many Lower East Siders played during the early days of the...
Eric Ferrara wins an Acker Award!
The Acker Award is a tribute given to members of the avant garde arts communities of New York City and...