Brooklyn Community Resources

For all of you in Brooklyn who want some local community resources for feild trips or collaborations...

Museums

Brooklyn Children's Museum
145 Brooklyn Ave at St Marks AveCrown Heights(718) 735-4400 Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website Founded in 1899, the Brooklyn Children's Museum was the first museum ever created solely for children. A rooftop terrace, hands-on exhibits, and 27,000 objects in its permanent collection make visiting the museum an educational experience for kids and adults alike.

Brooklyn Historical Society
128 Pierrepont Street at Clinton StBrooklyn Heights(718) 735-4400Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website A museum and library devoted to preserving Brooklyn's historic past. Offers guided walking and architectural tours throughout Brooklyn, educational programs, and exhibits.

Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern Parkway at Washington AveProspect Heights(718) 638-5000Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website One of the largest museums in the country, the Brooklyn Museum houses ancient and contemporary art. Its vast collections include an immense amount of Egyptian art and artifacts and paintings and sculptures from throughout the globe.

Coney Island Museum
1208 Surf Ave near West 12th StConey Island(718) 372-5159Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website Dedicated to the preservation of Coney Island history, this museum may be small, but it offers an interesting glimpse into Coney Island's colorful past.

Kurdish Library and Museum
345 Park Place at Underhill AveProspect Heights(718) 783-7930Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website The only museum of its kind in the United States, the Kurdish Library and Museum's collection includes costumes, weavings and crafts, and extensive reference services documenting the history and culture of the Kurdish people.

Lefferts Homestead Historic House Museum
Flatbush Ave at Ocean AveIn Prospect Park, near Lefferts Garden(718) 789-2822Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website This 18th century house sits in the middle of Prospect Park and boasts a working garden, interactive pre-Colonial exhibits, and ongoing educational programs.

Micro Museum
123 Smith St between Dean St and Pacific StCobble Hill(718) 797-3116Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website This art center hosts over 600 working artists and offers visual art exhibits every Saturday from 12pm to 7pm.

New York Transit Museum
Corner of Boerum Pl and Schermerhorn StBrooklyn Heights(718) 694-1600Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website Located in a 1936 subway station in Brooklyn Heights, the New York Transit Museum explores the history and development of public transportation. A collection of vintage trains and engaging exhibits make it a destination worth visiting.

Waterfront Museum
290 Conover St at Pier 44Red Hook(718) 624-4719Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website It's not often that you'll find a museum on a barge. This institution operates from a boat docked in Red Hook and provides educational programs and exhibits that aim to preserve the rich history of the New York City waterfront.

Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum.
5816 Clarendon Road at East 58th StEast Flatbush(718) 629-5400Subway & Bus Directions - Map - Website The Wyckoff House is New York City's oldest structure. The building now serves as a museum documenting early Dutch and English farming in the region. Educational programs include farm demonstrations and cooking and food preservation seminars.

Coney Island

New York Aquarium
Surf Ave and West 8th StConey Island(718) 265-FISHSubway & Bus Directions - Map - Website The New York Aquarium sits on 14 acres of seaside property in Coney Island and has exhibits featuring over 8,000 animals.

Coney Island offers something for everyone. watch a baseball game at Keyspan Park; ride the historic Wonder Wheel (built in 1920) and Cyclone roller coaster (built in 1927) in Astroland, New York City's largest amusement park; or just spend a day relaxing on the beach and enjoying the neighborhood's boardwalk, which stretches for three miles.

Canarsie

Canarsie Courier
http://www.canarsiecourier.com/

Old Canarsie House
Historical Buildings, Schools, Canarsie Pier, and forgotten NY facts http://www.oldcanarsie.com/

Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach Neighborhood Association
provides links to local events and a great place to connect with the community
http://www.brightonbeach.com/Updates_and_Events.html

Old School Brooklyn
Brooklyn History - An OverviewLearn more about how the Dutch colony of Breuckelen eventually became one of the most populated areas in the United States. A history of Brooklyn and its landmarks.
The Green-Wood CemeteryRolling hills, four ponds, and nearly 500 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds make the historic Green-Wood Cemetery an oasis worth visiting.
Lefferts Historic HouseExplore over 200 years of history at Lefferts Historic House in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. Visitors of all ages can participate in craft activities, play with interactive exhibits, and learn about pre-Colonial history.
The Williamsburgh Savings Bank At 512 feet, the Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower is the tallest structure in Brooklyn. Learn more about this historic building.
The Manhattan BridgeSince 1909, the Manhattan Bridge has provided a gateway into Brooklyn from Canal Street in Manhattan. Find out more about this beautiful suspension bridge.
Brooklyn Historical SocietyMuseum and library dedicated to the preservation of Brooklyn history.