Finally, NYC Is Honoring a Street After the Beastie Boys

NYC Honors the Beastie Boys

One of New York City’s most influential rap groups is finally receiving a long-overdue honor. The intersection of Ludlow and Rivington streets has been officially renamed “Beastie Boys Square,” effective July 14th, thanks to a decision by the New York City Council.

Beastie Boys Square Location

A Fitting Tribute

This tribute honors Michael “Mike D” Diamond, Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz, and the late Adam “MCA” Yauch. Council member Christopher Marte noted, “As many of us know, when the Beastie Boys burst onto the scene, they really changed hip-hop.” He added that the renaming is “a joyous occasion. A celebration of the Lower East Side, hip-hop, and, most importantly, our community, which has worked tirelessly to make this happen.”

Other Public Spaces Honoring the Beastie Boys

Beastie Boys Square isn’t the first public space dedicated to the group. A playground in Brooklyn was named after Adam Yauch, who passed away in May 2013.

Adam Yauch Park

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