Powerhouse Arena
Bookstore, Art Gallery, and Structure
DUMBO, Brooklyn
Has a stamp of approval from Village Voice and Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
"Come for the art books, stay for the shows & other events."(4 Tips)
"Fun event space, really supportive of local authors and artists."(2 Tips)
"world-renowned art book publisher Powerhouse"(2 Tips)
"books and hipster books."(3 Tips)
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Untapped CitiesJuly 15, 2013Set up like an amphitheater, this store and events space took a hit after Hurricane Sandy. It has since made a full recovery, rebounding back to its original status as a hip literary hangout spot.
- Michelin Travel & LifestyleSeptember 23, 2012Come for the art books, stay for the shows & other events. See their website for listings. For performances that pack a more avant-garde punch, head to St. Ann's Warehouse. - Green Guide Editor
Hands down my favorite book store in Brooklyn! They always have awesome events and really foster an awesome sense of community here in Dumbo!
CompassJune 19, 2014From top shelf titles to celebrity speakers from Questlove to David Sedaris, the amphitheater-shaped venue is arguably the most buzzed-about bookshop in Brooklyn.- CompassApril 24, 2014From top shelf titles to celebrity speakers from ?uestlove to David Sedaris, the amphitheater-shaped venue is arguably the most buzzed-about bookshop in Brooklyn.
Steff HindOctober 28, 2014Great selection of books and amazing space for their regular events and talks :)
- David BlackmanOctober 7, 2011Artsy bookstore/publisher with art books, children's books and hipster books. Always has a great art exhibit on the wall, usually photography. Great readings here too,
Alex RichardsJuly 30, 2015The coolest book and card store I've ever been too. Check out the back wall for featured books and artwork!- L. T.February 26, 2015What a great bookstore! Great events, talks, book signings there. It's out of the way - but worth the trip.
- Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015Art-book publisher powerHouse is a vision in concrete and steel at this bright showroom that sells illustrated titles, children's books, and works by authors from Joseph Mitchell to Gary Shteyngart. Read more
CharlottesFebruary 16, 2015Lovely store for browsing. Excellent selection of books on NYC, great for newbies in the city.
Farrar, Straus & GirouxJune 16, 2014Meet Eli Horowitz and Matthew Derby on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 7:00 PM as they read from their new novel The Silent History. Also with Sloane Crosley, Alex Wagner and Eszter Balint. Read more
Karthik RamanAugust 22, 2014Great space, cool design, interesting steps, book selection of what society is taking about now with art that matches.- Alyssa BereznakOctober 19, 2015nice, airy bookstore. good local authors and an excellent area for readings
* p A u L * CDecember 13, 2014Maybe the best bookstore in Brooklyn. Great choice and cool, inside vibe.
Sarah KelleherDecember 29, 2013If you're a nerd like me and interested in spending an afternoon lost in books, photography and art...
Marc MayerMarch 16, 2015Awesome selection of art books. The kids books are exciting, even if you're an adult.
Sameepa ShettyApril 20, 2014Weekend events a must try. Don't miss the Saturday parties with free booze & snacks!
- Lears FoolSeptember 30, 2015Just the right size. Plenty to browse, but well-curated so you aren't overwhelmed.
St. Martin's PressJune 11, 2014Meet actress Jenny Mollen on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her debut memoir I Like You Just the Way I Am. Read more
- Tor/ForgeApril 12, 2012Meet Walter Mosley on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new short novels, The Gift of Fire & On the Head of a Pin.
AriZona Iced TeaJanuary 18, 2011Great books, community events and dangerously close to Grimaldi’s—what more could you want?
CasieAugust 6, 2011Impress your hipster friends with a greeting card from their witty-hip collection.
Matthew BarteluceMay 28, 2011Check out Carrier Pigeon magazine for amazing fine art and illustrated fiction.
- David SwejAugust 22, 2024Terrible place. Rude staff, prices insanely high; and cleanliness leaves a LOT to be desired. I saw insects and rats crawling around the store. I will NOT go there again.
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