WATERFRONT MUSEUM

BROOKLYN, NY

Holland Tunnel Ventilation Tower Looking west at sunset.
Holland Tunnel Ventilation Tower Credit: Colin Whiteside

The Waterfront Museum in Brooklyn, NY is a unique museum dedicated to recreating the ambiance of a traditional working boatyard. The museum is housed in a barge that was built in 1914 and was once home to a commercial boatbuilding business in the Hudson Valley. The museum has been completely renovated and now serves as a museum and educational facility, offering a range of interactive exhibits, workshops, and programs for the public to explore and learn about the history and culture of the waterfront.

The museum is open year-round and visitors can explore the barge, take part in workshops, and learn about the history of the waterfront. There are also regular live events featuring musicians, storytellers, and other performers. Visitors can also explore the museum’s collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to the waterfront and its history.

The museum also provides educational programs and has partnered with local schools and organizations to provide hands-on learning opportunities for students. These programs focus on the history of the waterfront and its people, and provide students with an understanding of the importance of the waterfront to the local community.

The Waterfront Museum is a unique and inspiring place to visit and learn about the history and culture of the waterfront. Its interactive exhibits and educational programs make it a great destination for families, students, and visitors of all ages.

WATERFRONT MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BROOKLYN NY. US MID #8403600015

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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WATERFRONT MUSEUM
701 COLUMBIA ST
BROOKLYN
NY
11231

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WATERFRONT MUSEUM Information

MID # 8403600015
Name WATERFRONT MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 40.669155, -74.009768
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 047
US Census Tract: 005300
US Census Block: 1017