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The Brooklyn Collection presents a selection of resources on Fort Greene.
Brooklyn Academy of Music
Located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)is one of Brooklyn's premier cultural institutions. Brooklyn Academy of Music is an internationally recognized venue for music, dance and film.
Fort Greene
Fort Greene entry from the 1939 WPA Guide to New York City.
Fort Greene Association
"The Fort Greene Association is devoted to historic preservation, neighborhood and park enhancement, as well as cultural, economic and housing advancement."
Fort Greene Historic District and Proposed extension
The Historic Districts Council's information on Fort Greene Historic District contains maps, photographs, and a description of its proposed extension.
Fort Greene Park Conservancy
This website dedicated to Fort Greene Park includes a history of the park, information on the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument, park views, a calendar of events, and a map of the park.
Fort Greene/Clinton Hill
New York Magazine's neighborhood profile on Fort Greene and Clinton Hill.
Urban Glass
Located in Fort Greene's BAM Cultural District, Urban Glass was the first artist-access glass center in the United States. It serves over 1100 artists, students and enthusiasts, and is the primary studio space for over 350 artists.
Brooklyn Eagle, January 26, 1872
Brooklyn Eagle, July 20, 1878
Brooklyn Eagle, February 28, 1901
Brooklyn Eagle, May 27, 1901
Brooklyn Eagle, August 28, 1876
Fort Greene historic district designation report
Landmarks Preservation Commission
This report, issued by the Landmarks Preservation Commission, officially designated Fort Greene's historic district.
Street smart : the New York of Lumet, Allen, Scorsese, and Lee
Richard A. Blake
A chapter in this book explores how Spike Lee's neighborhood, Fort Greene, influenced his worldview and cinematic style.
The Neighborhoods of Brooklyn c.2004
Kenneth Jackson and John Manbeck
An invaluable introduction to Brooklyn’s many neighborhoods, with an illustrated chapter on each, including Fort Greene. Includes a map, a neighborhood profile and neighborhood facts.
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