BARTER DAY
- WHO IT IS FOR: This event is perfect for Brooklyn locals, community builders, and curious minds interested in alternative economies and social connection.
- WHAT IT IS ABOUT: Barter Day is an experimental community gathering centered on the direct exchange of goods and services without the use of money.
- FORMAT: This is an interactive community mixer and live demonstration of a barter-based economic model.
Join organizers Kyle Kowalski and Nate at McCarren Park for an afternoon of unconventional connection and community building. Barter Day invites you to step away from traditional currency and participate in a hands-on demonstration of a pure barter economy. Whether you are looking to trade unique wares or simply want to observe this fascinating economic experiment, it is a unique way to engage with your neighbors.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Brooklyn, this free gathering focuses on the direct exchange of goods between friends and strangers alike. By recreating a primitive economic model, Barter Day aims to foster deep social ties and spark meaningful conversations through the simple act of trading. Bring something to swap and prepare for a social, park-side experience unlike any other.