House and Building Research

House history research is an extremely popular research topic at BHS. The Othmer Library and archival collections document Brooklyn’s development from a major agricultural center to a significant urban metropolis. Whether you are interested in learning the history of your home or want to research a particular neighborhood’s history, the Othmer Library has a great variety of useful materials. For a detailed listing of library materials related to Brooklyn’s neighborhoods, blocks, and buildings as well as other useful resources, click here.