May 23, 2012
Also Visit NY State Arts
History Museum
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Brooklyn
The Wyckoff House, which dates back to 1652, is the oldest building in New York State. It was built by Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who came to America in 1637 as an illiterate indentured servant but soon became a successful farmer and the wealthiest person in the area.
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Brooklyn
Afloat on a retrofitted railroad barge once used to ferry goods, the museum fosters an understanding of New York Harbor as a historic waterway and a former conduit for commerce and commuters as well as recreation. It presents exhibits, events and educational programming.
Brooklyn
This historic museum preserves the history of the free and intentional 19th century African-American community of Weeksville. In addition to tours of the Hunterfly Road houses, there are a variety of events, workshops and classes.
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Brooklyn
Through the Global Youth Media Arts Program, youth ages 10-18 use their own lives and communities as a platform to examine a global theme—Immigration and Identity—using visual arts, performance and media.
Brooklyn
The Wyckoff House, which dates back to 1652, is the oldest building in New York State. It was built by Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who came to America in 1637 as an illiterate indentured servant but soon became a successful farmer and the wealthiest person in the area.