Brooklyn Historical Society DUMBO

Small but nicely curated (current) water front exhibit which highlights the history of the area and even specifically of the Empire Stores building the museum is housed in. The film was out of order the day we visited but the other interactive exhibits were creative and educational. I like how there are several points where features of the building itself are highlighted and how one of the stories centers around an incident in the building in the 1800s. Worth stopping by as you check out the Time Out Food Market and beautiful river views.

Omg! My brother lives in Brooklyn and brought me to this place. It was his and his wife's favorite place he said. Now, it's mine. Omg! Brooklyn Historical Society you have done well! This is such a wonderful place. Magical, even! I love it!!!!!!

Dumbo area in Brooklyn, New York City location. Nice place to visit and spend the day just walking, taking in the views of your surroundings and many places to visit plus places to eat at. You can visit pebbles beach and take in the views of passing boats or just sit on a bench and look over to the Manhattan skyscrapers. Visit the Jane's carousel, Gleason's Boxing GYM which is the oldest Boxing GYM in America. Just come for yourself and enjoy what Dumbo has to offer.

This recently restored building is the latest improvement, feels like the final piece of the rehabilitation of the Dumbo waterfront. High ceilings open layout, modern designs, with many artistic flourishes including a color changing metallic DUMBO sign (for the gram)and paintings hanging on brick walls throughout it's hallways. A great sightseeing destination, this entire corner of Brooklyn is great and worth the trip

It's a beautiful area to walk around and take pictures. The view is absolutely gorgeous and the stores are also quaint and lovely

I wish it was bigger, Dumbo is really great and calming, with lots of awesome views. If you enjoyed this place the Brooklyn Highs is also very amazing neighborhood to walk nearby.

The rooftop are is pretty cool. I think there is a cafe/bar up there but I could not figure out how to get in and neither had the time to. You can take really nice Brooklyn bridge pics from up there. This place has really clean public restrooms. If you need a restroom and want to take a nice pic, you should stop by

Absolutely loved it the views and the choices of food was amazing

Not to be confused with Dumb BO, which is that annoying smell one gets when one is, well, sweaty, which can be countered by frequent showering and deodorant and such wonders of the world. Dumbo is a very fashionable and up-and-coming neighborhood which is sad because it was named Dumbo by the locals who didn't want it to ever change and become hipster and expensive and gentrified. But of course the hipsters thought it was a cool name and now it is becoming more and more hipster by the day. Dumbo is to some the heart of Brooklyn, but to me it's just one of many amazing neighbourhoods in this amazing borough of one of the world's most amazing cities - if not the most amazing of all. Which is the only reason it gets 4 instead of 5 despite the spectacular views of Manhattan from under the, well, Manhattan Bridge, and in case you didn't know. It stands for Down Under The Manhattan Bridge overpass. And I don't ever want to feel like I did that day. And take me to the place I love. Take me all the way.

Don't be naive, even when in DUMBO. (And for those tourists, or soon to be, reading this DUMBO equates down under Manhattan bridge overpass.) So whether you walked the Manhattan or Brooklyn bridge over, the least you can do is stop at the Historical Society and pay your respects. Admittedly, the building's exterior structure is very reminiscent of a hallowed out warehouse. However, there is an eery spirit of mystery that piques one's interest. When you finally find an entry point after observing the seemingly endless bricks, there is much to explore. The place is massive and holds a number of high end restaurants and cafes as well as art that is both interactive and informational. I do not think it is possible to explore this place without a feeling of helplessness and vulnerability that is refreshing. The sheer massive size and maze like layout makes you wander and wonder what is at the next turn. The distance between the directives from the signs and the location of your destination force you to look at everything on the journey. Look, you will. Think, you shall. Freely explore, yourself or what's about. If nothing else, make sure your journey takes you to the very top and then step outside. Breathe the air, see the world, and then try to go home with the same vantage point. You will never leave DUMBo, more sharp.

This place is closed. I can see the remnants of exhibits inside, but it's definitely out of commission.

Going free on opening weekend is a good way to attract crowds. Great exhibit of photos from over a century of the Brooklyn waterfront, a natural way to open the new space, part of a cool multiuse repurposing of an old warehouse building that includes an upper deck for views of three bridges and lower Manhattan. Surprisingly few details not ironed out by opening (e.g. soap dispensers and toilet-paper holders not totally functional). A great addition to the area, and a smart complement to BHS's main space, a 15-minute walk away.

Newly opened hidden gem above West Elm. The transformation of northern Brooklyn has taken off at record speed, HS photos will give even a local perspective. Audrey and Chuck were gracious ambassadors of the historical society answering every question I had about the building with insight of things to come.