Brooklyn Historical Pictures

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See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Brooklyn’s signature medley of old and new provides the backdrop to this revitalized district, where you’ll find fresh arts venues behind historic streetscapes.

Several of New York’s most famous former residents are buried in this sprawling Victorian cemetery, known as much for its bird-watching as for its celebrities.

Several of New York’s most famous former residents are buried in this sprawling Victorian cemetery, known as much for its bird-watching as for its celebrities.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Eclectic and socially conscious contemporary theater shares space with a church in this historic building in the heart of Brooklyn’s arts district. 

Sunbathe alongside locals, enjoy views of Manhattan from the bike paths or enjoy gourmet food at this popular Brooklyn park.

Diverse aspects of Brooklyn’s 400-year history are on display in a well-designed museum that hosts cultural events and has a charming gift store.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Brooklyn’s signature medley of old and new provides the backdrop to this revitalized district, where you’ll find fresh arts venues behind historic streetscapes.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Eclectic and socially conscious contemporary theater shares space with a church in this historic building in the heart of Brooklyn’s arts district. 

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

A brief but glorious period in Brooklyn’s history is commemorated by a Greek Revival civic building that is one of the biggest in the borough.

The central location of one of the world’s biggest library systems is a cultural hub as well, with a huge number of events, classes and programs.

Scenic views, historic brownstones, narrow streets and fantastic restaurants and bars help create one of Brooklyn’s most charming neighborhoods.

A brief but glorious period in Brooklyn’s history is commemorated by a Greek Revival civic building that is one of the biggest in the borough.

Near a large Brooklyn park, important cultural sites stand next to gracious residences, while central avenues bustle with places to eat, drink and shop. 

The central location of one of the world’s biggest library systems is a cultural hub as well, with a huge number of events, classes and programs.

Scenic views, historic brownstones, narrow streets and fantastic restaurants and bars help create one of Brooklyn’s most charming neighborhoods.

Brooklyn’s signature medley of old and new provides the backdrop to this revitalized district, where you’ll find fresh arts venues behind historic streetscapes.