PLACE IN HISTORY

BROOKLYN, NY

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Brooklyn, NY has played a significant role in American history, serving as a cultural and economic hub for the nation. From its early days as a Dutch settlement, Brooklyn has transformed into a bustling urban center that has been home to many influential individuals and events.

During the American Revolution, Brooklyn was a battleground for the British and American armies. The Battle of Brooklyn, fought in 1776, was the first major battle of the war, and resulted in a British victory. Brooklyn's role in the war continued throughout the conflict, as it served as a crucial supply base for the Continental Army.

In the 19th century, Brooklyn emerged as a major industrial center, with factories producing everything from sugar to tobacco. The borough was also home to many influential figures, including Walt Whitman and the Brooklyn Bridge designer John Roebling.

In the 20th century, Brooklyn was at the forefront of the civil rights movement, with activists like Shirley Chisholm and Jackie Robinson calling the borough home. Today, Brooklyn continues to be a cultural hub, with a thriving arts scene and a diverse population that reflects the borough's rich history.

PLACE IN HISTORY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BROOKLYN NY. US MID #8403600961

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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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PLACE IN HISTORY
20 WEBSTER PL
BROOKLYN
NY
11215-5508

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MID # 8403600961
Name PLACE IN HISTORY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 134033533
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.662896, -73.987131
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 047
US Census Tract: 014900
US Census Block: 5001