Joseph Alexiou‘s forthcoming book, Gowanus: Brooklyn’s Curious Canal, narrates more than three hundred years in the history of our borough’s most compelling former industrial waterway. From idyllic oyster beds to dumping grounds for toxic waste, Gowanus is intrinsically linked to Brooklyn’s industrial and agricultural past. In celebration of his book’s release, Alexiou will discuss the parallels in today’s Gowanus real estate rush with that of the 1860s, which coincided with Brooklyn’s rapid industrial transformation. Presented in partnership with Brooklyn Brainery and Brooklyn Historical Society.

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Joseph Alexiou on Gowanus: Brooklyn’s Curious Canal 
Tuesday, October 13th 
$10/$5 for BHS and G-W members
Doors open at 6:30pm. Event begins at 7pm.
Please note that seating is first come, first served.

Photo Credit: Joseph Alexiou