Visiting the Old Stone House
The Old Stone House is open for walk-in visitation Friday – Sunday from Noon – 4 pm. The permanent exhibit on the first floor and the public restrooms are fully accessible. The second floor Great Room is only accessible by short flights of stairs with two landings. If you are attending an event and have questions about accommodation, please call 718-768-3195, or email info@theoldstonehouse.org.
While inside The House, masks are optional, based on your own comfort level. OSH will provide masks if you do not have your own.
School Educators looking to book field trips can see more information on our Education page. Call OSH to discuss your groups needs if necessary.
Please call us at 718-768-3195 or email us at info@theoldstonehouse.org if you have any questions. We appreciate our community so much, and hope you find joy in the gardens and the park. Kindest regards from all of us at OSH.
OPEN CALL for “State of The Nation”
The Old Stone House & Washington Park in partnership with Ma’s House & BIPOC Art Studio, Inc. is hosting an open call for “State of The Nation: A BIPOC Artist Perspective.”
“State of The Nation” is an upcoming exhibit that explores the complex interplay between politics, social justice, and healing through the lens of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) artists.
Projects in all media are welcome. Artists may submit existing work or proposals for new work and may submit more than one artwork/project for consideration.
Apply today on Ma’s House’s website.
Tools for School Gardeners!
OSH has partnered with Garden Train to create a Tool Lending Library. Click here to see the list of tools that are available, and to fill out a request form.
Your Rights as a Citizen
Civic engagement is an essential part of our democracy.
Everyone has basic rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws. Learn more about what your rights are, how to exercise them, and what to do when your rights are violated from the American Civil Liberties Union.
Protesting or reporting a hate crime? Visit NYC CCHR’s resource page for Stop Asian Hate and Black Lives Matter for resources. Amnesty USA can help you be prepared. Download the free NY Civil Liberties Union Stop and Frisk Watch app. Learn more about the Directory of Community Bail Funds.
Washington Park Dog Run Is Under Renovation!
It’s finally happening – the long awaited renovation to the Washington Park Dog Run started today, January 8, 2024! The reconstruction will take up to a year, so in the meantime here’s a link to other off leash dog runs in Brookyn. If you have any questions, please reach out to info@theoldstonehouse.org or give us a call at 718-768-3195.
Watch Recordings of our Virtual Events
Explore July 5th with Tonya Hopkins, The Food Griot
“Land Markings” Exhibition Closing Conversation
“Leaning Into Death” A Brooklyn Book Festival Bookend Event
“Sun Seekers” Virtual Exhibition Tour + Meditation Workshop
“Oh Wait! You’re Fascism!” Film Screening & Discussion with Amy & Jennifer Khoshbin
Craft Your Artists Statement with Suzy Kopf
Common Frequencies: “Tsinamekuta” Screening & Discussion with BioBAT Art Space
Common Frequencies: “BioSoNot” Listening Session with BioBAT Art Space
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