Brief History of Brooklyn

Counter/Culture – The Disappearing Face of Brooklyn’s Storefronts
 
In Our Own Words: Portraits of Brooklyn Vietnam Veterans 
 
It Happened In Brooklyn
 
Mother Goose in an Air-Ship: McLoughlin Bros. 19th Century Children’s Books from the Liman Collection
 
Suspended Over Time: Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary

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The New York Times Weekend Explorer reporter, John Strausbaugh, features Brooklyn Heights and BHS in his October 2 article and video. Learn more about Brooklyn Heights' fascinating history here and check out the accompanying video.

Library Collections Highlights

Collection Highlights
March 10, 1791: Col. Joshua Sands of Brooklyn stands for election as New York State Senator.

Library Collections Highlights

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