It's on 3 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Costfree
- Address128 Pierrepont Street
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Located in a magnificent Queen Anne-style building, the Center for Brooklyn History was formed in 2020 by uniting the Brooklyn Historical Society and the Brooklyn Public Library. The Brooklyn Historical Society been serving as a custodian of Brooklyn’s rich past since 1863 (for more than 150 years!).
The center houses an extensive collection of maps, photographs, and manuscripts that tell the story of Brooklyn’s evolution from a small Dutch settlement to one of the city’s most popular neighborhoods. There’s also a slew of engaging exhibitions and speaking panels that offer deeper insights into everything from architectural to current social issues.
Visiting the Brooklyn Historical Society (one of the best free museums in NYC) will give you a deeper appreciation for the area’s history.
Located in a magnificent Queen Anne-style building, the Center for Brooklyn History was formed in 2020 by uniting the Brooklyn Historical Society and the Brooklyn Public Library. The Brooklyn Historical Society been serving as a custodian of Brooklyn’s rich past since 1863 (for more than 150 years!).
The center houses an extensive collection of maps, photographs, and manuscripts that tell the story of Brooklyn’s evolution from a small Dutch settlement to one of the city’s most popular neighborhoods.
There’s also a slew of engaging exhibitions and speaking panels that offer deeper insights into everything from architectural to current social issues. Visiting the Brooklyn Historical Society will give you a deeper appreciation for the area’s history, it’s a must-do in Brooklyn Heights!
Located in a magnificent Queen Anne-style building, the Center for Brooklyn History was formed in 2020 by uniting the Brooklyn Historical Society and the Brooklyn Public Library. The Brooklyn Historical Society been serving as a custodian of Brooklyn’s rich past since 1863 (for more than 150 years!).
The center houses an extensive collection of maps, photographs, and manuscripts that tell the story of Brooklyn’s evolution from a small Dutch settlement to one of the city’s most popular neighborhoods.
There’s also a slew of engaging exhibitions and speaking panels that offer deeper insights into everything from architectural to current social issues. Visiting the Brooklyn Historical Society will give you a deeper appreciation for the area’s history, it’s a must-do in Brooklyn Heights!