Founded in 1863, the Brooklyn Historical Society is a nationally recognized urban history center dedicated to preserving and encouraging the study of Brooklyn's extraordinary 400-year history. Located in Brooklyn Heights and housed in a magnificent landmark building designed by George Post and opened in 1881, today's BHS is a cultural hub for civic dialogue, thoughtful engagement and community outreach.
Hours: Museum Hours Wednesday- Friday, 12-5pm Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday, 12-5pm Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Admission: General admission provides access to all current exhibitions and to the Library during Library hours. BHS Members Free (see Membership Section for details) Adults $6 Seniors 62 and over $4 Students 12 and over $4 College students must show student I.D. Teachers $4 Children under 12 Free
Directions: Brooklyn Historical Society is located 128 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 at the corner of Clinton Street in Brooklyn Heights.
Please note: Public transportation is recommended due to limited parking.
Subway 2,3,4,5 to Borough Hall, A,C,F to Jay St/Borough Hall, or M,R to Court St.
Bus North – South: B 38, B52, B25, B26, B41 to Montague/Court Street East – West: B 67, B65 to Jay Street From Manhattan: B51 City Hall to Court St. /Cadman Plaza WEEKDAY SERVICE ONLY
Brooklyn Historical Society