Waterpod Docks in Brooklyn

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Remember when artists lived on barges, growing their own food, collecting their own rainwater, getting power from the sun, free to float wherever a tugboat would take them? Oh, the good old days. Now it seems there is only one such barge left in existence: the Waterpod, currently docked in the East River south of the Brooklyn Bridge. Spawned by artist Mary Mattingly, Waterpod is an experiment in art, sustainable living, and just plain adventure. A rotating crew of four artists lives full-time on the barge, where they raise chickens; grow foods like eggplant, tomatoes, and peppers; store rainwater and recycle grey water; compost waste, including the use of composting toilets; collect solar energy; host seminars and lectures; and create art. Ultimately, we cannot convey the fantastic experience of walking aboard Waterpod and talking to its crew members, so go check it out: it will be docked at Pier 5 near the construction site at Joralemon Street until August 17. Check their schedule for open hours. GMAP
The Waterpod Project
Waterpod Comes To Park’s Pier 5 [Brooklyn Eagle]
Rough Ride for Waterpod Artists [NY Daily News]