🎉 “Birthdays was the worst days / Now we sip champagne when we thirsty.” 🥂 — The Notorious B.I.G., “Juicy” On May 21, 1972, a legend was born. Today we celebrate the life, legacy, and lyrical genius of Christopher Wallace, better known as The Notorious B.I.G. From the streets of Brooklyn to the top of the charts, Biggie’s storytelling, style, and wordplay changed Hip Hop forever. Decades later, his voice still echoes through the culture. Happy heavenly birthday, Big. Your impact is eternal. 👑 This image was taken by Carol Marino and has been donated to THHM’s Archives & Collections as part of the “The NYC Soul of the ‘90s by Carol Marino Collection.” Carol Marino retains the sole copyright to the image. 📸 @carolnyc1 #HipHop #Explorepage #Biggie #NotoriousBIG #oldschoolhiphop #museum #tourist #TheHipHopMuseum (fb)

The Hip Hop Museum’s Culture Lab has officially opened. Located at 658 Exterior Street at the Bronx Terminal Market. This gathering space is all about connection, creativity, and community, shining a spotlight on the energy and innovation of Hip Hop culture. You’ll find exclusive merch, epic photo opps—including a giant boombox—and jaw-dropping graffiti perfect for your social feed. The Culture Lab (near T-Mobile, down the street from The Hip Hop Museum construction site) is open Wednesday through Saturday, 11am – 6pm. Stop by and celebrate! #hiphop #bronx #newyork #explorepage #thingstodoinnyc #oldschoolhiphop #museum #tourist #TheHipHopMuseum #TheCultureLabBX (fb)