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FivePointz: World Renowned Graffiti Landmark, Hidden in Plain Sight

March 13th, 2009 by Emily Feldman

7 train commuters passing by the graffiti covered walls of 5 Pointz, may not realize   just what they’re looking at.  In the world of urban art, the walls of this industrial       building are near-sacred, showcasing an ever-changing variety of graffiti and street  art.  People come from all over the world to have a chance to spend time on their         pieces (large works of graffiti)-a luxury only possible in a legal setting, where cops      don’t interrupt the art process.  Click on the photo for a peek into this landmark.

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