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Lefferts Historic House

Lefferts Historic House

0.64km from Prospect Park

This is a historic house located within Prospect Park in Brooklyn. It is the former home of Continental Army Lieutenant Pieter Lefferts built circa 1783. It currently operates as a museum of family life in Brooklyn in the 19th century. The museum is part of the Historic House Trust,

Prospect Park Zoo

Prospect Park Zoo

0.72km from Prospect Park

A huge zoo which houses 864 animals representing about 176 species which was operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society. The zoo is located in a serene surrounding and a lot of tourists visits this zoo every day.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

1.16km from Prospect Park

The 52-acre (21 ha) garden holds over 14,000 taxa of plants and has nearly a million visitors each year. It includes a number of specialty "gardens within the Garden", plant collections, the Steinhardt Conservatory that houses the C. V. Starr Bonsai Museum, three climate-themed plant pavilions, a white cast-iron-and-glass aquatic plant house, and an art gallery.

Brooklyn Museum

Brooklyn Museum

1.3km from Prospect Park

At 560,000 square feet (52,000 m2), the museum is New York City's third largest in physical size and holds an art collection with roughly 1.5 million works. At 560,000 square feet (52,000 m2), the museum is New York City's third largest in physical size and holds an art collection with roughly 1.5 million works.

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch

1.43km from Prospect Park

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch is a triumphal arch at Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn. Built from 1889 to 1892, the arch is dedicated "To the Defenders of the Union, 1861–1865"

Old Stone House of Brooklyn

Old Stone House of Brooklyn

1.94km from Prospect Park

The Old Stone House is a house located in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City. The Old Stone House was the clubhouse of the Brooklyn Superbas, who later became the Brooklyn Dodgers. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2012.

Green-Wood Cemetery

Green-Wood Cemetery

2.13km from Prospect Park

This is a 478-acre cemetery in the western portion of Brooklyn, located between South Slope/Greenwood Heights, Park Slope. This Cemetery was so popular that it inspired a competition to design Central Park in Manhattan, as well as Prospect Park nearby.

The Bell House

The Bell House

2.42km from Prospect Park

The Bell House, located in Metcalfe County, Kentucky, stands as a historic landmark steeped in the region's rich heritage and architectural charm., this elegant mansion is a testament to the craftsmanship and grandeur of its era.

Jewish Children's Museum

Jewish Children's Museum

2.48km from Prospect Park

The Jewish Children's Museum is the largest Jewish-themed children's museum in the United States. It aims for children of all faiths and backgrounds to gain a positive perspective and awareness of the Jewish heritage, fostering tolerance and understanding. The permanent collection features exhibits designed to be both educational and entertaining to children, often employing interactive multimedia.

Fort Greene Park

Fort Greene Park

3.52km from Prospect Park

This is a city park which was located in Fort Greene in Brooklyn county. The park is named after the fort which was formerly located here. The park includes part of the high ground where the Continental Army built fortifications prior to the Battle of Long Island, during the early days of the American Revolutionary War.

New York Transit Museum

New York Transit Museum

3.81km from Prospect Park

The New York Transit Museum, located in Brooklyn, New York, is a captivating cultural institution dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of public transportation in the city. Displays historical artifacts of the New York City Subway, bus, and commuter rail systems in the greater New York City metropolitan region. The main museum is located in the decommissioned Court Street subway station.

Ebenezer School

Ebenezer School

4.17km from Prospect Park

Ebenezer School, located in Henderson County, Kentucky, is a historic landmark that symbolizes the importance of education in rural communities during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Here's a concise summary highlighting key aspects of Ebenezer School:

Brooklyn Historical Society

Brooklyn Historical Society

4.33km from Prospect Park

Founded in 1863, is a museum, library, and educational center preserving and encouraging the study of Brooklyn's 400-year history. The Brooklyn Historical Society houses materials relating to the history of Brooklyn and its people, and hosts exhibitions which draw over 9,000 members a year.

Cadman Plaza Park

Cadman Plaza Park

4.55km from Prospect Park

Cadman Plaza Park is a 10.4-acre public park in Brooklyn. The park is bordered by Cadman Plaza West, Cadman Plaza East, and the Brooklyn Bridge. The park was significantly expanded and redeveloped in 1939, on land reclaimed by condemnation in 1935. The park is also home to the Brooklyn War Memorial, which commemorates the soldiers who fought in World War II.

Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Brooklyn Heights Historic District

4.56km from Prospect Park

The Wysor Heights Historic District in Muncie, Indiana, is a recognized neighborhood esteemed for its architectural heritage and historical importance. It encompasses a collection of homes and buildings primarily constructed during the early to mid-20th century, featuring a variety of architectural styles such as Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Craftsman, and Prairie School.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park

4.99km from Prospect Park

85-acre (34 ha) park located on a 1.3-mile (2.1 km) plot of land. From north to south, the pier includes the preexisting Empire–Fulton Ferry and Main Street Parks; the historic Fulton Ferry Landing; and Piers 1–6, which contain various playgrounds and residential developments.

Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge

5.62km from Prospect Park

This is a hybrid cable-stayed suspension bridge which was located in the Newyork city spanning the East River between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. It was also the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time, with a main span of 1,595.5 feet.

Williamsburg Bridge

Williamsburg Bridge

5.94km from Prospect Park

This is a suspension bridge which was located in the New York City across the East River connecting the Lower East Side of Manhattan with the Williamsburg. It was the longest suspension bridge span in the world until 1924.

Domino Park

Domino Park

6.06km from Prospect Park

A public park which was located at Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. The park features a children's playground, dog run, volleyball court, bocce court, and a playing field. There is also a huge walkway and so many things to spend some valuable leisure times.

The City Reliquary Museum

The City Reliquary Museum

6.08km from Prospect Park

This is a not-for-profit community museum and civic organization located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The museum traces the history of New York City's five boroughs with its exhibitions of cultural ephemera and relics. Besides a permanent display of New York City artifacts, the City Reliquary also hosts rotating exhibits of community collections and annual cultural events.

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Prospect Park

Prospect Park

Brooklyn, NY, USA

With an area of 526 acres (213 ha),[5] Prospect Park is the second-largest public park in Brooklyn. Main attractions of the park include the 90-acre (36 ha) Long Meadow; the Picnic House; Litchfield Villa; Prospect Park Zoo; the Boathouse; Concert Grove; Brooklyn's only lake, covering 60 acres (24 ha); and the Prospect Park Bandshell that hosts free outdoor concerts in the summertime. The park also has sports facilities.