MUSEUM CLOSED
The Old Stone House will be closed today, April 1, for a staff field trip! We will reopen on Saturday, 4/2.
The Old Stone House will be closed today, April 1, for a staff field trip! We will reopen on Saturday, 4/2.
Michael Hearst and his band present Unusual Creatures, Extraordinary People, Curious Constructions, and Unconventional Vehicles. This family friendly performance draws from Michael Hearst's highly-successful series of books, albums, and PBS series. It is an unusually-geeky musical presentation of some of the most bizarre animals that roam the planet, odd and daring characters, strange structures, and vehicles as […]
Arts Gowanus and the Old Stone House & Washington Park (OSH) are proud to present Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal, a multi-site exhibition opening April 9 & 10 that will feature over 200 artists to considering what a “Utopia” (or ideal place) would look like for the communities of the neighborhoods bordering the Gowanus Canal. […]
Arts Gowanus and the Old Stone House & Washington Park (OSH) are proud to present Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal, a multi-site exhibition opening April 9 & 10 that will feature over 200 artists to considering what a “Utopia” (or ideal place) would look like for the communities of the neighborhoods bordering the Gowanus Canal. […]
In this panel discussion, as part of the Lenapehoking exhibition at Brooklyn Public Library, participants from Farm Hub and the Lenape Center discuss the return of Lenape seeds to the homeland. The Seed Rematriation Garden is a collaborative project between the Lenape Center, whose mission is to continue Lenapehoking, the Lenape homeland, through community, culture, […]
Musical Ecologies continues with composer and media artist David Linton. Active in New York City since the late 1970s, Linton is know for his experimental mixed-media performances and installations. For this performance he will present Citharodeo, a new work for electric guitar that approaches the instrument as “a spatially embedded vibrating medium.” Using extended techniques, […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Celebrate Earth Day with us 10 am - Done: OSH Dog Run Clean Up, sponsored by the Farmer’s Dog 10 am - 1 pm: OSH Plant Sale / swap, bring cuttings, seeds, or small plants to swap. Register here to take home compost! 10 am - 2 pm: Civic Sweep with the Park Slope Civic […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
This discussion, presented in connection with the 2022 Lenapehoking exhibition at Brooklyn Public Library, brings together the Lenape Center’s Joe Baker and Hadrien Coumans with contemporary artist Sam Van Aken. From the Lenape’s first contact with Europeans, there were beach plums in Lenapehoking. Crews on European ships sailed into NY Harbor and reported seeing these […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Shop our outdoor Spring Bazaar! Co-hosted with Brooklyn Pop-Up, this market includes local vendors with handmade and unique items including home decor, fashion, bath & beauty, and tasty treats. Pick up great gifts for mother's day, graduations, father's day- and don't forget something special for yourself. Vendors will be set up around the perimeter of […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Join poets Dennis Nurkse and Sean Sutherland to hear works from Nurkse's new book A Country of Strangers. In an illuminating collection of selected poems over thirty-five years, one of our most essential American poets casts a clear eye on our politics, our places, and our heart’s hidden stories. About the Authors: Throughout this matchless […]
Get to know our unique urban green spaces on this walk with OSH garden coordinator Angela Martinez Lombardo. Angela will share their knowledge of vernal ecology, botany, and physiology while we explore the diverse profile of native plants in our garden, their ethnobotanical relevance and how to cultivate them in your own spaces. This will […]
Brooklyn Utopias: Along the Canal is a multi-site exhibition, co-developed with Arts Gowanus, of artworks by more than 200 artists. On view outdoors at Coffey Park in Red Hook, outdoors at J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope, and indoors in the Great Room at the Old Stone House. Indoor gallery hours are Noon - 3 […]
Get to know our unique urban green spaces on this walk with OSH garden coordinator Angela Martinez Lombardo. Angela will share their knowledge of vernal ecology, botany, and physiology while we explore the diverse profile of native plants in our garden, their ethnobotanical relevance and how to cultivate them in your own spaces. This will […]
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Zines After School (ZAS) is an arts education program of Booklyn, Inc., for 2nd - 5th graders (ages 6-11) that will take place Wednesdays, 3−6 pm at Old Stone House at JJ Byrne Playground in Park Slope, Brooklyn (NYC). ZAS teaches zine and bookmaking as a community-centered practice that builds social-emotional learning and teaches skill […]
Local filmmaker Sue Zarco Kramer will be screening her award winning film, Swipe NYC, a love letter to Park Slope! Swipe NYC follows the story of Syd (Lisa Edelstein) a recently divorced, empty nester who throws herself into the scary, exhilarating and hilarious world of online dating. The movie is a “coming into age” dramedy […]
The Old Stone House is open to the public Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from noon until 4pm. The ground floor has a self-directed permanent exhibit Witness to War that takes visitors on a journey from the Lenape village of Marechkawick through Dutch colonization and the Revolutionary War era in Brooklyn. Up three short sets of […]
The Old Stone House is open to the public Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from noon until 4pm. The ground floor has a self-directed permanent exhibit Witness to War that takes visitors on a journey from the Lenape village of Marechkawick through Dutch colonization and the Revolutionary War era in Brooklyn. Up three short sets of […]
Welcome to Symphonic Sundays! Every first Sunday of the month, Brooklyn Orchestra will present high quality orchestral and operatic music in the beautiful setting of the Old Stone House. This totally immersive experience includes an interactive pre and post concert moment for children to meet the musicians (and their instruments!) Children and their families get […]
This event has been POSTPONED. Come back for more info. ••• March 5, 7:00 pm The Brooklyn Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution hosts speaker Lynn Saltonstall, Manager of Professional Learning at New York Historical Society. Saltonstall will speak about Women in the American Revolution in honor of Women's History month. This event is free and open to […]
Zines After School (ZAS) is an arts education program of Booklyn, Inc., for 2nd - 5th graders (ages 6-11) that will take place Wednesdays, 3−6 pm at Old Stone House at JJ Byrne Playground in Park Slope, Brooklyn (NYC). ZAS teaches zine and bookmaking as a community-centered practice that builds social-emotional learning and teaches skill […]
Two local punk bands, Town and Daisy Chain, will play a fundraiser event at the Old Stone House. This is Daisy Chain's first ever show. Come out and support local youth musicians. Admission is $5 at the door. Artwork by Elsa Rubin.
Zines After School (ZAS) is an arts education program of Booklyn, Inc., for 2nd - 5th graders (ages 6-11) that will take place Wednesdays, 3−6 pm at Old Stone House at JJ Byrne Playground in Park Slope, Brooklyn (NYC). ZAS teaches zine and bookmaking as a community-centered practice that builds social-emotional learning and teaches skill […]
DISPLACED 2024 is a compelling and timely musical theater project that sheds light on the experiences of displaced individuals and their resilience in seeking a new life. Through powerful storytelling and thought-provoking content, the performance invites audiences to reflect on universal themes of displacement, strength, and the human spirit. With its blend of personal narratives, […]
Playwrights in Process or “PIP” is presented by Piper Theatre as an opportunity for writers to share their material and receive feedback from enthusiastic listeners. Three or four writers will share 20 minutes of their work + 10 minutes for feedback. This event is free to attend and everyone is welcome! Perfect for amateur writers, […]
Zines After School (ZAS) is an arts education program of Booklyn, Inc., for 2nd - 5th graders (ages 6-11) that will take place Wednesdays, 3−6 pm at Old Stone House at JJ Byrne Playground in Park Slope, Brooklyn (NYC). ZAS teaches zine and bookmaking as a community-centered practice that builds social-emotional learning and teaches skill […]
Contemporary art exhibit, MAMA NEEDS A RAISE! Towards a “Utopian” Care Economy will be on view at Old Stone House March 24 through May 12, 2024. This group exhibition in partnership with the Mother Creatrix Collective addresses the needs and wants of caregivers. MAMA NEEDS A RAISE! builds upon both Mother Creatrix’s previous exhibitions on the unique challenges (and strengths) […]
Zines After School (ZAS) is an arts education program of Booklyn, Inc., for 2nd - 5th graders (ages 6-11) that will take place Wednesdays, 3−6 pm at Old Stone House at JJ Byrne Playground in Park Slope, Brooklyn (NYC). ZAS teaches zine and bookmaking as a community-centered practice that builds social-emotional learning and teaches skill […]
The Old Stone House is open Friday 3-6 pm, Saturday & Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm, or by appointment.
See calendar and program pages for event and program times.