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About Brooklyn Historical Society

Founded in 1863, is a museum, library, and educational center preserving and encouraging the study of Brooklyn's 400-year history. The Brooklyn Historical Society houses materials relating to the history of Brooklyn and its people, and hosts exhibitions which draw over 9,000 members a year.
Address : 128 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

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Brooklyn Heights Historic DistrictThe Wysor Heights Historic District in Muncie, Indiana, is a recognized neighborhood esteemed for its architectural heritage and historical importance. It encompasses a collection of homes and buildings primarily constructed during the early to mid-20th century, featuring a variety of architectural styles such as Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Craftsman, and Prairie School.
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Cadman Plaza ParkCadman Plaza Park is a 10.4-acre public park in Brooklyn. The park is bordered by Cadman Plaza West, Cadman Plaza East, and the Brooklyn Bridge. The park was significantly expanded and redeveloped in 1939, on land reclaimed by condemnation in 1935. The park is also home to the Brooklyn War Memorial, which commemorates the soldiers who fought in World War II.
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New York Transit MuseumThe New York Transit Museum, located in Brooklyn, New York, is a captivating cultural institution dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of public transportation in the city. Displays historical artifacts of the New York City Subway, bus, and commuter rail systems in the greater New York City metropolitan region. The main museum is located in the decommissioned Court Street subway station.
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Brooklyn Bridge Park85-acre (34 ha) park located on a 1.3-mile (2.1 km) plot of land. From north to south, the pier includes the preexisting Empire–Fulton Ferry and Main Street Parks; the historic Fulton Ferry Landing; and Piers 1–6, which contain various playgrounds and residential developments.
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Brooklyn BridgeThis is a hybrid cable-stayed suspension bridge which was located in the Newyork city spanning the East River between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. It was also the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time, with a main span of 1,595.5 feet.
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Fort Greene ParkThis is a city park which was located in Fort Greene in Brooklyn county. The park is named after the fort which was formerly located here. The park includes part of the high ground where the Continental Army built fortifications prior to the Battle of Long Island, during the early days of the American Revolutionary War.

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The most populous county in the state, and the second-most densely populated county in the United States.

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