A Look into Bedford-Stuyvesant's Boys' High School
When the name Bedford-Stuyvesant rings out, it brings forth an echo of history, a cultural vibrancy that has shaped the unique character...
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Jun 4, 20232 min read
Walking in Brooklyn: The Oldest Public High School Building in New York City
A testament to the ambition and rivalry of the late 1800s, this grand architectural masterpiece, nestled in the heart of...
Jun 2, 20232 min read
How the Fulton Street Subway Transformed Bed-Stuy
In 1929, amid the fanfare of speeches and celebrations, workers in Brooklyn laid the first tracks of the Fulton Street IND subway line....
Jun 1, 20232 min read
Walking in Brooklyn: The Tale of Fulton Ferry Landing
In DUMBO, Brooklyn, the shores of the East River bear witness to a time when the only way to commute between Brooklyn and Manhattan was...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
From Ohio to the East River: The Century-Long Dance of Jane's Carousel
In DUMBO, Brooklyn, a place where industrial architecture meets innovative creativity, a century-old carousel spins stories of a time...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
From Sugar Barons to Shoppers: The Sweet Evolution of DUMBO's Empire Stores
Let's wind back the clock and immerse ourselves in the tale of the Empire Stores, an emblem of DUMBO, Brooklyn's transformative journey...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
Exploring the Iconic View of the Manhattan Bridge
Let's cast our gaze across the East River, where the iron veins of the Manhattan Bridge stretch over the water, connecting the heart of...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
The Unseen History of DUMBO's Cardboard Box Factory
Let me take you on a journey, one that begins with the most mundane, most overlooked item in your everyday life: the cardboard box. You...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
The Billion Oyster Project and DUMBO's Eco-Renaissance
Tucked within the verdant embrace of John Street Park in DUMBO, Brooklyn, resides a tribute to an unsung hero of New York's environmental...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
Walking Through History: The Jay Street Connecting Railroads in DUMBO, Brooklyn
The Jay Street Connecting Railroads in DUMBO, Brooklyn is a place where history and culture simmer together like a strong cup of morning...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
A Brief History of Dumbo's Artist Origins
DUMBO is where Brooklyn’s industrial past marries its creative future. Once an epicenter of manufacturing and shipping, the cobblestone...
Jan 4, 20222 min read
5 Places to Watch the Sunset in Brooklyn
After a busy day navigating the streets of Brooklyn, you’ll want a few moments to yourself to relax, be present, and soak in your...
Jan 4, 20223 min read
A Guide to Slow Looking in Prospect Park, Brooklyn
While in Brooklyn, you’ll want to carve out some time for one of our favori​​te places: Prospect Park. Once you step inside the park, it...
Jan 4, 20225 min read
How to Walk Across the Brooklyn Bridge and Discover Hidden History
Everyone loves a perfectly captured photo of the Brooklyn Bridge with the city skyline in the background. As you’re walking, go ahead and...
Jan 4, 20225 min read
How to Plan the Perfect Day in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Bordering the nearby neighborhoods of Greenpoint and Bushwick, Williamsburg is a Brooklyn neighborhood filled with a dynamic atmosphere,...
Jan 4, 20226 min read
Walkable Cities Guide: DUMBO, Brooklyn
Bordering the nearby neighborhoods of Vinegar Hill and Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO (which stands for “Down Under the Manhattan Bridge...
Jan 3, 20225 min read
Hidden New York: Stories from Green-Wood Cemetery
When planning your ultimate New York City itinerary, tucked away places off the beaten path like Green-Wood Cemetery don’t often get the...
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