A part of my family has lived in Brooklyn for centuries. This is something I am extremely proud of and grow extremely tired of defending everytime someone asks me what country I am from. This post isn't about defending being an American but about being a Brooklynite and supporting an institute that records and honors all things Brooklyn.

The Brooklyn Historical Society at 128 Pierrepont Street at Clinton Street offers those of us that have been here and those of us newly arrived to the borough the opportunity to share some of the history of the area. Located in a landmark building the society, which was established in 1863, honors Brooklyn's past while welcoming in it's future through art exhibitions, talks and workshops. They maintain an extensively researched and archived library of all things Brooklyn and a staff that is beyond helpful in supporting your research efforts.

http://www.brooklynhistory.org/default/index.html

Worth the visit and the membership fee!