On May 2, 2005 the City Council approved a sweeping rezoning of the Greenpoint-Williamsburg waterfront that transformed North Brooklyn from a home for industry and artists to luxury housing and high-end retail. This tour will look at the ongoing impact of that rezoning on the Greenpoint waterfront. The tour, taking us from Box Street Park to Bushwick Inlet Park, will be led by area resident, preservationist and former Community Board #1 member Ward Dennis. Along the way Mr. Dennis will discuss the history of the neighborhood, open space, affordable housing, urban design and community action. Other activists involved in the community’s response to the rezoning will join Mr. Dennis to give their insight on the history of the rezoning it’s resulting neighborhood transformation.
This walk is sold out, but the waitlist is open.
Accessibility
The walk will take place on public streets and in public park spaces. The tour includes some areas that are vacant or under construction. Access to East River ferry near ending point; accessible via public transit and CitiBike.
Location Information
RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.
guided
Sunday, May 4, 20251:00 PM
2 hours
Borough: Brooklyn
Theme: Advocacy, Art & Architecture, Environment, History & Culture
Language: English
