Gotham, the inaugural cannabis concept store in the Big Apple, opened its doors at 10AM on May 11th, welcoming a diverse crowd of weed aficionados, lifestyle enthusiasts and the canna-curious. Nestled in the pulsating heart of the Bowery, this avant-garde retail space is the first of its kind in New York City's burgeoning legalized cannabis market.
The two-story, 2,800-square-foot retail and gallery space is a brainchild of Joanne Wilson, a seasoned entrepreneur, and Billy Richards, the chief creative director. Together, they envisage revolutionizing the cannabis retail landscape by fusing it with art, culture, fashion, and design.
As the founders explained, Gotham is not just a store; it's a destination where people can explore, …