The exhibition, which includes approximately 150 pairs of sneakers, looks at the evolution of the sneaker from its beginnings to its current role as status symbol and urban icon. Included are works from the archives of manufacturers such as Adidas, Converse, Nike, Puma, and Reebok as well as private collectors such as hip-hop legend Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, sneaker guru Bobbito Garcia, and Dee Wells of Obsessive Sneaker Disorder.
Location: Morris A. and Meyer Schapiro Wing, 5th Floor
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Dates:July 10, 2015 11:00 am to October 04, 2015 06:00 pm
Address:200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, New York 11238, United States
Phone:(718) 638–5000
Contact:Brooklyn Museum
Website:Morris A. and Meyer Schapiro Wing, 5th Floor