"Take advantage of the cooler temps and stroll through the streets of Brooklyn on a guided tour to soak up some knowledge about the borough's history. We've rounded up a variety of guided walks so you can spend the final months of the year exploring the past, present, and future of a variety of Brooklyn neighborhoods and historic landscapes. There is even a virtual walk for those who want to learn without leaving home."
"Carroll Gardens Saturday, December 6 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Another tour with MAS and guide Zach Rhodes, this one leads participants through Carroll Gardens with a look at the immigrant communities that have called it home. Highlights on the tour include the wee doors of Dennett Place, social clubs, and a "famed mobster's wedding venue." Tickets are $35 and $25 for MAS members and can be purchased online."
"Brooklyn's Eastern Parkway Apartment District Tuesday, December 9 6-7:30 p.m. For those who want to soak in some knowledge without leaving home, MAS is offering a virtual tour with Suzanne Spellen. She will delve into the rich history of Eastern Parkway and the grand apartment buildings and cultural institutions found along the thoroughfare. Tickets are $25 and $15 for MAS members and they can be purchased online."
Multiple guided walks are scheduled in Brooklyn during the final months, offering historical and cultural exploration. Cobble Hill is set for Saturday, November 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., led by MAS guide Zach Rhodes, focusing on social and architectural history plus artistic and culinary touchstones. Carroll Gardens is scheduled for Saturday, December 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., guided by Zach Rhodes and highlighting immigrant communities, Dennett Place's wee doors, social clubs, and a famed mobster's wedding venue. A virtual Eastern Parkway tour with Suzanne Spellen on December 9 (6–7:30 p.m.) covers grand apartment buildings and cultural institutions. Ticket prices vary for members and nonmembers and are available online.
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