Go for a Glowing Garden Walk With the Grand Holiday Illumination at Untermyer Gardens
A wander through the enchanting walled garden at Untermeyer Gardens will have an extra dose of atmos...
Susan De Vries
Susan De Vries is the Photo and Research Director for Brownstoner. She has a background in historic preservation, historic site management, and research, and has a passion for photography, documenting 19th century architecture, and ferreting out fact from folklore.
Soothe Away the Stress of the Holidays With a Wintry Concert at the Brooklyn Museum
Spend an afternoon surrounded by art and seasonal sounds with a concert by the Brooklyn Symphony Orc...
From the Forum: Keeping the Stoop Safe During the Wintry Season
Brownstone owners are looking for advice on keeping their steps clear of ice during the winter weath...
The Dazzling Dyker Heights Christmas Lights of 2019 (Photos)
It's easy to find the way to Dyker Heights at this time of year, as the neighborhood glows with thou...
Celebrate Kwanzaa With a Day of Festivities at Weeksville Heritage Center
Kwanzaa celebrations return to Weeksville for the first time in over 40 years with a celebratory day...
From the Forum: Bringing Backyard Access Back to the Basement
Long before a reader owned their house, the door from the basement to the backyard was closed off wi...
Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: Period Charm in Brooklyn Heights, a Spacious Co-op in Midwood
The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a limestone in Crown Heights, a brownston...
Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: Bed Stuy Affordable Housing, a Townhouse Makeover
Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 55 Units in Bed Stuy, Starting at $1,097 a Month An affordab...
6 Historic Houses to Visit That Are All Dressed Up for the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us but there is still time to feast your eyes on some inspirational holid...
Snag Some Great Reads at the Annual Old Stone House Holiday Book Fair
Treat the literature-inclined on your gift-giving list with a vintage find from the eighth annual bo...
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