#Follow4Follow: Your Social Media Round-up on All Things NYC

History shapes New York’s habitat. Moreover, at NYU, you’ll be in and of the city! This includes passing historic buildings, radical movements and interacting with native movers and shakers. If history is your jam, or a topic of interest, consider these social media accounts:

The city’s oldest history museum always shares gems from its archives, with insightful facts that might be useful for trivia. On the other hand, it’s also great for sneak peeks at the museum’s current and upcoming exhibits. Check it out: @nyhistory

This username says it all. This instagram focuses on “New York before 1840,” showcasing 19th-century architecture back in the day, and in its current, preserved state. Scout out your next instagram backdrop here – and include history notes in your caption! Check it out: Young_Gotham

Named one of the best podcasts about NYC history, the Bowery Boys spotlight fascinating history, spanning from moving day (which used to be May 1st for everyone) to Chinese food takeout (a staple in the New York diet).  Additionally, their instagram isn’t too shabby. Check them out: Bowery Boys

If there’s one thing that evolves throughout college, it’ll be your fashion sense. NYC street style is an open invitation to express yourself, whether it’s fresh off the runway or your auntie’s vintage. Here are a few influencers for the ever-evolving style maven. 

Why not get your daily dose of instagram inspiration from your own peers? This growing instagram showcases the individual stylings of NYU students from across our campus sites. Get the scoop on beauty and fashion products, conversations and events. Check it out: NYU.Fashion

Perfect for a mood board or the mornings where you have “nothing to wear”, this instagram showcases the avante-garde fun found in portrait mode. Browse through everyday street style, and learn what inspires the eclectic, hi to low looks from these standout self-stylists. Check it out: NYC_Looks

In contrast, if you aspire to work in the elite Fashion industry, this is the instagram account for you. You’ll find comprehensive stories, outfits for every occasion, clips from the runway and the signature #evachenpose (shoe-lovers will be immensely satisfied). Check her out: Eva Chen

Above all, New York fashion is intersectional with social climate. This lifestyle and beauty blogger aims to “push the needle forward in terms of representation.” She brings attention to inclusivity in the fashion industry, and helps to increase awareness on the topic in true style. Check her out: Kelly Augustine

Let’s just keep it 100 – in New York, eating out is part of our lifestyle. Whether a monthly brunch or a late-night meal, satisfying your taste buds is a priority. Ultimately, from specific food accommodations to an adventurous palette, NYC menus have got you covered. 

Proclaimed as the cuisine contemplations of a college student, you’ll find deliciously captured meals accompanied by affordable price points. Balancing food satisfaction with your budget is an easy win, if you ask me! Check it out: nycollegebites

While I fully relate to this title, I don’t have the review skills of Lori L. Aided by her canon camera, this instagram reflects an all you can eat buffet, alongside helpful restaurant tags. Moreover, check out her Yelp reviews too – she’s been elite since 2014! Check her out: Girl Eats NYC

Don’t fret, future Brooklyn inhabitants. Good food is a staple across all bridges. If you’ll be calling BK home for the next 4 years, this instagram will help you explore the best bites around town, including a heaven-sent number of pizza places to try out. Check it out: Brooklyn Foodie

Like everything mentioned so far on this list, New York’s art scene is eclectic. My favorite aspect of art? Its ability to remain contemporary throughout time. From fine art to a more renegade approach, different mediums speak about the world at large. Scout them out on these profiles.

There are a lot of museums in New York, but get up to speed with just one instagram! Featuring contemporary round-ups and fine art news, you’ll be informed about upcoming events that are geared towards the museum enthusiast and newbie, alike.  Check it out: @artobserved

Museums aren’t for everybody, but there are ways to enjoy art in the modern age. Called a “gateway hack into the art world”, view ever-entertaining stories on Museum Hack’s socials, accompanied by emojis and hip hop lyrics galore. These posts are sure to make you laugh on a gloomy day. Check it out: @MuseumHack

Who runs this instagram account? Nobody knows. You’ll find yourself intrigued by side-by-side comparisons of artworks that look strikingly similar, with the artist’s names included in the caption. This account can introduce you to new artists and inspire burgeoning artists to take a fresh take. Check it out: @whos____who

I’d be remiss not to mention our very own Grey Art Gallery’s instagram! NYU’s fine art museum functions to preserve, study, and document the evidence of human culture. Bookmark the webpage to stay informed on pioneering conversations, often free with your NYU ID. Check it out: NYU Grey

I’m not a frequent Times Square visitor, but there’s something electric about the white lights and billboard signs. Live theatre and movie theaters are a great escape for city dwellers. If you’re new to the world of theatre or looking to expand your film forte,  ease on down this internet road: 

If the title weren’t a large enough context clue, the playbills you’ll scroll through might be. Stay tuned in to all the Broadway Buzz via this central hub, from celebrity show cameos to behind-the-scenes clips to inspiring words from stars of the stage. Check it out: Broadway.com

Broadway is known for its glitz and the glamour, but it’s refreshing to see reality. The stripped down side of the industry features instagram interviews with performers and those behind the scenes — from costume designers to stage managers — accompanied with personal quotes. Check it out: Humans of Broadway

Did you know: NYU students can score deals on shows and films via the NYU Box office? Bookmark this webpage for upcoming details on discounted shows, original works and always engaging talks produced right on NYU’s campus. Check it out: NYU Skirball

And we’ve come full circle! New York’s conglomerate of culture is perhaps the secret sauce to its flavor-filled history. After all, culture shifts us forward (sounds just like college, right?). These social media profiles will have you double tapping with enthusiasm.

Once a documentary project about activism and social justice movements, this instagram has become a resource about issues impacting all New Yorkers. Managed by Photographer & Visual Journalist Cindy Trinh, the profile is also accompanied by a podcast of the same name. Check it out: Activist NYC

Perhaps the most famous New York instagram to date is Humans of New York. Daily glimpses of strangers accompanied by captions evoking vulnerability will have you commenting: “Someone make this a movie!” Check it out: Humans of New York

Hosted by two of The New York Times’ culture writers, Jenna Wortham and Wesley Morris put the fun in fundamental news. They seamlessly connect the dots between topics pertaining to pop culture, tech culture and the New York scene, leaving you informed and uplifted. Check them out: Still Processing

Listservs may seem like an-age old practice, but signing up for the right one is an easy way to stay informed. When you’re feeling spontaneous, log into these sites or check your inbox and choose an adventure!

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