Historical Sites Near me

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Located in a former army residence on the grounds of the Brooklyn Navy Yard, this little museum chronicles the mighty history of the previous shipbuilding center—which, at its peak during World War II, used close to 70, 000 people. Permanent displays analyze the yard’s origins and relevance throughout history; for example, many massive vessels, like the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor together with Pearl Harbor casualty USS Arizona, had been built on Navy backyard. Nevertheless establishment in addition looks into production future associated with the room and increasing range businesses transferring every year companies (including Brooklyn Grange, which runs an apiary on site). The location includes a café, weekend coach tours ($18–$30) and an 8, 000-square-foot convention area that features the permanent “Brooklyn Navy Yard: last, provide and Future” exhibit, and rotating offerings. A free weekend shuttle departs from Jay St at Willoughby St every 15–20 moments.