by Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation
Photo: brooklynnavyyard.org
A three-floor exhibit in an 1858 Marine commandant's residence tracing the Navy Yard from building warships to today's workshops and manufacturers. A good pick for kids curious about ships, making and engineering.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | — |
Tue-Sat 11am-5pm; guided Navy Yard tours available
See website for admission and tour pricing
Open Tue–Sat. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 7–17.
See website for admission and tour pricing
Tuesday: 11 AM–5 PM · Wednesday: 11 AM–5 PM · Thursday: 11 AM–5 PM · Friday: 11 AM–5 PM · Saturday: 11 AM–5 PM. Tue-Sat 11am-5pm; guided Navy Yard tours available
141 Flushing Ave (at Carlton Ave), 11205, in Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn.
Yes. BLDG 92 at Brooklyn Navy Yard is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation: brooklynnavyyard.org.
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