BIG History Night: Dutch Houses Of Brooklyn
From Bay Improvement Group:
Ron Schweiger, the Brooklyn Historian, will present his exclusive presentation: The Dutch Houses of Brooklyn at 8 p.m. at Sunrise Assisted Living (2211 Emmons Avenue) on Monday, May 10. There are about 12 or 13 remaining original Dutch Houses in Brooklyn. The oldest dates to 1652 and is the oldest in NYC and perhaps NYS. Mr. Schweiger will discuss their history and show the slides that he just recently put together, including some interior views. Some houses are open to the public and some are privately owned.
Don’t miss this exclusive presentation.
Free parking and refreshments at conclusion will be available. This special Annual History Meeting is presented as part of BayFest 2010. All are invited to come and enjoy this free, delightful and eye-opening presentation!