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Center for Brooklyn History

Provided by Brooklyn Public Library

The Center for Brooklyn History is a special library and museum in Brooklyn Heights. It has the biggest collection of Brooklyn history in the world. You can visit to read old books, see exhibits about...

128 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 · Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday closed

718-222-4111 Website

About this service

The Center for Brooklyn History is a special library and museum in Brooklyn Heights. It has the biggest collection of Brooklyn history in the world. You can visit to read old books, see exhibits about Brooklyn, and learn about your neighborhood's past. The building is historic and beautiful. They have special events like talks and tours. You can also rent space for private parties. The library is open most days and has areas for reading and studying.

Details

Who can use this

Open to the public

Cost

Free (private event rentals have fees)

Hours

Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday closed

Organization

Brooklyn Public Library

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