History museum
Brooklyn Historical Society
62 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Louie
May 31, 2015
There are exhibits about Brooklyn history and the most beautiful reading room.
Nancy
May 20, 2014
Fabulous architecture, good exhibitions
Ida
May 26, 2013
Founded in 1863 when Brooklyn was its own city, BHS covers 400 years of Brooklyn's development through photographs, paintings, memorabilia and interactive exhibitions. Open Wednesday - Saturday.
Basia
August 26, 2018
You can get great info here in a beautiful building on former famous residents, or be guided to important architectural spots or a literary tour.
Nathaniel
March 8, 2018
Very cool and underrated museum.
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Location
128 Pierrepont St
Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn Heights