# Harbor Defense Museum

> Housed in a stone fortification at Fort Hamilton near the Verrazzano Bridge, this free museum displays cannons, uniforms and weapons tied to the defense of…

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Museums · Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

Housed in a stone fortification at Fort Hamilton near the Verrazzano Bridge, this free museum displays cannons, uniforms and weapons tied to the defense of New York Harbor. Adults need photo ID to enter the military post.

- **Address:** Fort Hamilton Pkwy & 101st St, 11252
- **Neighborhood:** Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
- **Ages:** Ages 7–17
- **Price:** Free (Free; visitors 18+ need government photo ID)
- **When:** Monday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; Tuesday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; Wednesday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
- **Setting:** Indoor
- **Phone:** (718) 630-4349
- **Website:** https://www.harbordefensemuseum.com
- **Checked against:** https://www.harbordefensemuseum.com/

## Highlights

- Free
- Battle of Brooklyn exhibits
- Inside an active Army post

Hours and prices change; confirm with the provider before you go.

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