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Joanne Witty in conversation with William Solecki – Brooklyn Bridge Park: A Dying Waterfront Transformed

Please join us at Roosevelt House for a special evening exploring the creation of Brooklyn Bridge Park, one of the largest and most significant public projects to be built in New York in a generation.
In their talk, Ms. Witty and Professor Solecki will examine the social and political phenomenon of how a community overcame overwhelming opposition and obstacles to build the park – and also the ways in which the solutions developed during the prolonged battle can be applied to important economic and planning issues around the world. They will discuss how grassroots movement and community planning united around a common vision, and reveal the human dynamics that unfolded in the course of building the park, including attitudes and opinions that arose about class, race, gentrification, commercialization, development, and the role of government.

Hallett Nature Sanctuary and the Pond

Central Park opens up the Hallett Nature Sanctuary, the park’s smallest woodland area, only for tours. Hallett Nature Sanctuary is a four-acre nature preserve restored…

History Tour: Infastructure Intersection RSVP

“Along this reclaimed industrial waterfront, discover the unique intersection of infrastructure, architecture, and the history of iconic bridges, subaqueous tunnels, rail freight, rapid transit, and an innovative cantilevered expressway.”

History Tour: A Key to the Continent

Explore the role of the Brooklyn waterfront in making New York City and its environs a strategic hub in both the American Revolution and the Civil War.

SyFy Movies with a View 2013: 8 Mile

Join us for the 14th season of our free, outdoor film series and featured DJ sets! This year’s theme, “With Love From…” tours cities from around the globe with a lineup of fantastic films.

SyFy Movies with a View: Roman Holiday

Join us for the 14th season of our free, outdoor film series! This year’s theme, “With Love From…” tours cities from around the globe with a lineup of fantastic films.

SyFy Movies with a View 2013: Rocky

Join us for the 14th season of our free, outdoor film series! This year’s theme, “With Love From…” tours cities from around the globe with a lineup of fantastic films