History

Hi Readers, I’m researching The Battle of Brooklyn for my Masters of Exhibition Design graduate thesis project and am looking to learn people’s knowledge and expectations on the topic to help guide my exhibit themes. I’ve attached a quick 10 question survey, any help is appreciated and will guide my exhibit to more accurately portray…

I’m a life long Brooklynite now out in Ohio. I’m writing a novel in which a character does research at the Brooklyn Register. I was wondering whether anyone could tell me what microfilm reel and liber, deeds for 1895 and 1876 would be located on? I tried but couldn’t find a phone number to call…

I lived in Brooklyn most of my life, but am now out in Cleveland. I’m working on a book and was wondering whether someone could answer some quick specific questions about materials at the Brooklyn Register in the Municipal Building. 1. How are the bound indexes organized and for what years are they available? 2….

Recently purchased a small row home built around 1910 in Manayunk/Roxborough. It’s under 900 square feet and is 2-story. It was renovated and is beautiful but I’d love to see any old pictures or get a better idea of what the original moldings would have looked like. Any help is appreciated!