Brooklyn Historical Society

Founded in 1863, The Brooklyn Historical Society connects the past to the present and makes the vibrant 400-year history of Brooklyn tangible, relevant and meaningful for today's diverse communities, and for generations to come.

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.