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    Center for Brooklyn History

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    Sharon J.

    We had our family reunion here to give the original letters from my cousins grandfather to her grandmother a proper home & to preserve the history. Their love started as pen pals, him an immigrant from St. Ann Jamaica, WI, and she from Port Antonio Jamaica. They wrote each other for almost a year a fell in love through letters never seeing each physically until the eve of their wedding 8/25/1914. They married the morning of 8/26/1914 and then sailed to the United States that evening leaving everyone & everything she knew for love. Intrigued? Pick up the book Papas Letters by Judith Lovell on amazon

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    Dewan A.

    Excellent hidden gem of a museum. 1) It is worth a visit, especially if you are a student, it is FREE! 2) They have good exhibits. 3) The library on the second floor is amazing.

    Drink & Draw at Free Fridays, November 2016
    Julia H.

    Small gem of a museum, with some incredible Brooklyn artefacts. Make sure to take a step into the library which is room of gorgeous hand carved wood features from the 1800's. I went on Free Friday and there were a lot of fun activities planned including drink & draw. Plan to go again soon and see what new exhibits they have in store.

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    Aside from the beautiful building, I like multi-functionality of this institution: exhibits, concerts, events, etc.

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    Neighborhood treasure. Great speaker series to stimulate your mind and activate your citizenship.

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    Loving this place and the current exhibition happening in the Empire building celebrating the Brooklyn Waterfront!

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    It blends so well in a residential neighborhood that it's easy to overlook it. Beautiful space, great for intimate parties.

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    Wonderful space. The library is absolutely gorgeous and relaxing. Nice Brooklyn items in the gift shop.

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    Brooklyn Museum - September 26, 2026; Iris Van Herpen.

    Brooklyn Museum

    4.4(797 reviews)
    2.2 mi•Prospect Heights, Prospect Park

    I forgot how huge this museum is. Wonderfully designed…read moreexhibits spaced out enough so that you can actually appreciate each piece Very helpful staff

    I used to love it here for years, but it's gotten too popular and lost the charm it had for me…read more The popularity is great for the museum itself. It's experienced an undeniable glow up. People I could never get to step a toe in a museum now beg me to come with them to see some trendy exhibit they heard about. Marketing has improved immensely. They've expanded their reach beyond geeks and schoolchildren to a wide variety of people, and that's good. It keeps the museum alive. It's just no longer one of my favorite places personally. What I miss the most are the old First Saturdays that no one knew about. I'd look forward to them all month like a child looks forward to Christmas. It felt like Brooklyn's best kept secret. Now you have to preregister to get sardined. I'm not much of a noisy crowd person, so I end up leaving early the rare occasion I attempt to go. I do enjoy the salsa parties. Those are fun. Staff can be rude as all else. I've never personally had an issue, but I've seen some uncalled for behavior towards other patrons, especially if they give touristy vibes. The littlest thing can set someone off. It's completely uncalled for.

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    September 26, 2026; Iris Van Herpen.

    Brooklyn Museum - September 26, 2026; Iris Van Herpen.

    September 26, 2026; Iris Van Herpen.

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    The THNK1994 Museum - .... Well that sucks when you come way out of your way and they're closed with a paper sign up. I'm so disappointed.

    The THNK1994 Museum

    4.2(5 reviews)
    2.8 mi•Crown Heights, Bedford Stuyvesant
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    When my sister told me about a museum dedicated to the Tonya Harding/Nancy Kerrigan scandal, I…read morecouldn't believe it. Could there really be a space focused on such a specific event, and how do you even get enough pieces to make it a complete museum? However, my curiosity made me want to check out THNK1994, and I was really glad I did. My sister and I went with my nephew, and I will admit that this place may seem lame if you didn't grow up knowing about this 1994 Olympic scandal. We tried to make our excitement contagious, but he could not be bothered. However, we enjoyed seeing the tabloid covers, memorabilia, and artwork inspired by the Harding/Kerrigan kerfuffle. There was one floor each dedicated to both skaters, and it was fun talking to the owners about the inspiration behind the museum. The museum also has rotating exhibits: when I was there, they had a Real Housewives-inspired show. It's a kitschy, campy place that is definitely worth a visit if you are looking for a unique experience!

    Hands down the best attraction in Brooklyn right now. The insanely intelligent and hilarious Matt…read moreand Viviana have created a beautiful space that showcases social phenomenons through artifacts and beautiful pieces of art. The events they host are a blast and are cheaper than stupid cover fees at your favorite bar or club. All the hype you're reading online is real, go see it for yourself.

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    The THNK1994 Museum - A shot of their current exhibit, "Real Housewives Pointing Fingers"

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    Brooklyn Botanic Garden - BBG'S 90's Block Party Celebration - 7/30/26. There was Mister Softee Ice Cream For Everyone!

    Brooklyn Botanic Garden

    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    2.4 mi•Prospect Heights, Crown Heights

    What a treat to be Brooklyn just in time to see the Cherry blossoms explode across the grove…read more The garden is quite expansive and it took a bit of a stroll to get in far enough to the tree promenade that completely overwhelmed you with bursting color. After drinking in all the color, we meandered to the Koi and Japanese garden, rounded about the see tulips in their full glory and snuck out a side door. A stunning garden, beautifully maintained by staff and volunteers. I'll certainly be back when I visit again.

    Honestly, it was okay, but I went in expecting more. Maybe it was because I visited toward the end…read moreof the summer season, but it didn't feel as magical as I expected. There were plenty of exhibits and plants in bloom, but some areas felt cluttered, making it difficult to clearly see and appreciate the flowers and plants. At times, it felt more like a large park or a mini Central Park than a botanical garden. The lily pad area was one of the coolest parts, although there was unfortunately a dead rat floating in the water, which definitely took away from the experience. I also enjoyed the bonsai collection and the warm-weather plant areas. Seeing the different fruits and vegetables growing was really interesting and one of my favorite parts of the visit. I think the experience could be improved by adding more interactive and educational activities. A butterfly exhibit would be beautiful, along with information about which flowers attract different butterflies and pollinators. A short virtual movie explaining where the plants came from and how they arrived at the garden would also make the visit more engaging. Hands-on activities, such as painting or planting something small, would be a fun addition, especially for families and visitors who want a more memorable experience.

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    Gorgeous cherry trees outside BBG

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    Wonderville

    Wonderville

    4.7(48 reviews)
    3.4 mi•Bushwick, Bedford Stuyvesant
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    Absolutely LOVEEEE this place. The arcade games are all so creative and so fun to get lost in…read more Especially the fact that they're FREE!!!! So it really pulls you into this sort of portal where you're fully locked in on games and then you look up and its been 3 hours, love it. Drinks are fine but they are a great price. Got the Waaaluigi which was really tasty and pretty unique! The wonder punch was a classic tropical rum drink and good but was a little watery. Absolutely LOVE the music here, both live and regular music through the speakers once the live shows are done. They also have a backyard outdoor courtyard that is perfect for a quick break to touch grass before going back in and screentimemaxxing again

    Game night!!!! If you're looking a place to hang out with retro/indie games and have drink with the…read moregang, this is the place for you. This place is pretty sweet as you enter and feel the inner child/nerd come out. It's great place to bring the boys out to hang out, a place decent date night with your partner and for anybody in general. The employees were nice to introduce me to their specialty drinks and other items. I ended up getting the Appletini which had a somewhat sweet yet sour taste. Pretty good 7/10. I do recommend playing the weather simulator game since it has a bunch of options to play solo and coop. Then there's the box bird game that pins two players to collect as much points as you can. Pretty simple. I did enjoy this fighting game that doesn't require much knowledge. It has your simple lows and heavys and an auto combo. Pork was a great character to play with. Definitely recommend coming here

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    Boroughs of the Dead - The Raven

    Boroughs of the Dead

    4.9(101 reviews)
    2.6 mi•Greenwich Village

    The Witches of Wall Street tour led by Alexa yesterday was intriguing and thorough. So many…read morehistories I had never heard before. Always great to learn new things about your own city. Alexa was a good storyteller and answered all of our questions. Each member of the tour felt included. I would recommend!

    I took the "THE UNCANNY UPPER WEST SIDE" tour and it did not…read moredisappoint! I am from the Upper Westside so I was curious to learn more about my neighborhood. I'm going to try to entice you and not spoil the experience because it is thoughtfully curated and should be experienced live, in person. We started with one of the inspirations for Ghostbusters! Right off the bat, I was hooked as I love that movie and anything Dan Aykroyd. We learned about a Secret cave in Central Park, the iconic Dakota Building, we passed by Needle Park, where "Waiting for Mr Goodbar" was filmed in 1977 (RIP Diane Keaton!), and saw, among other sites, where James Baldwin lived and discussed art and films, like "The Exorcist" with Toni Morrison. That was a fascinating film review to read and learn about! You finish the tour where Edgar Allan Poe wrote and first published one of the most famous poems ever written, "The Raven", in The New York Evening Mirror on January 29, 1845. I had no idea I lived so near to such fascinating history! I'm grateful to B.O.T.D. for being such cool teachers! I am very much looking forward to taking additional tours with you to continue this unique journey of my complex and beloved City.

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    Trinity Church cemetery

    Boroughs of the Dead - Poe's home where he wrote "The Raven"

    Poe's home where he wrote "The Raven"

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