The Record Shop opened in 2015 and was started by Red Hook resident and actor Bene Coopersmith. It’s more than a record shop, it’s a “third place” where people congregate inside and out front. There are music jams in the basement and concerts in the store, BBQ events on the sidewalk, cheap used books, and all manner of popups: an artist selling hand painted lampshades, pandemic PPE, or a free store from Red Hook Mutual Aid.

The store itself is a laid back shop with lots of vintage vinyl, couches, seats around the tree outside, where you might find the store owner or a kid being a DJ.

A 2021 Red Star Revue article captures the vibe:
"360 Van Brunt should be designated a N.Y.C. landmark. The reason? It’s clearly a Magical location. Most of the regulars never buy anything. They don’t have a turntable either. Some don’t even have a refrigerator. But when they show up Bene greets em with a smile. And if the bench is full; a chair. They give spirit, instead of money. It’s nice to see so many young folks there. They love that late 60s early 70s music. They dig the old kooky hippy types too. The coolest people in Red Hook hang out at the Record Shop.  So stop in, and look through the records. Being in the shop awhile is a spirit reboot." More here.

Event schedule on their website 360recordshop.com 
Instagram @360RecordShop
"We are always buying records! Call: 347-668-8285"
Hours as they say "mostly Wednesday to Sunday, 12-7"
360 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231