Clinton Hill is nestled between Fort Greene, Bed Stuy, Prospect Heights and the Navy Yard in the north-central part of Brooklyn. From the mansions lining Clinton Avenue to the up-and-coming businesses on Myrtle Avenue to Pratt’s beautiful campus and everything in between, Clinton Hill has a rich architectural and artistic history that is reflected in its diverse and eclectic population today. A bit of a hidden gem of a neighborhood and definitely worth a visit.
Hops Hill is a beer-lover’s dream, with ever-changing taps and a seemingly infinite list of bottles.
A tiny, unassuming theater bringing interesting and eclectic performances to Clinton Hill.
Established in 1940 under the name "Jake's", this charming art supply store has seen a lot of change in the neighborhood but has managed to remain a fixture on this popular little stretch of Dekalb. The shop was once a go-to of Patti Smith's in the 60's, as mentioned in her memoir, and you can almost imagine that time and place when exploring the dated interior. Even though it feels a bit rundown inside, it only adds to the charm—the shop's inventory is modern and well-stocked, catering to and reflecting the eclectic nature of the studies of the Pratt students who most frequent it today.
