Did you know Gowanus was the beginning of America's Independence?  Paddle with the Dredgers and ask for planners to provide a barrier free shoreline access similar to Dutch Canals!  Learn the History of Gowanus while enjoying a sunset voyage of Gowanus Bay and lower Canal. Please note, this activity is NOT at the 2nd St. Boathouse. Weather (wind, waves or evidence of […]

This contemporary art exhibition brings together 25 artists to comment on the concept of democracy from their own unique points of view. “It’s believed that the origins of democracy can be traced back to Greece during the 6th century B.C. Some believe democratic ideals were practiced earlier: in India, Mesopotamia, and Sparta. Our founding fathers […]

Sign up to receive a rain barrel with installation kit and instructions from the NYC Department of Environmental Protection & the Office of CM Shahana Hanif. Rain barrels can connect directly to your property’s gutter or downspout to capture and store the rainwater that falls on your rooftop. Complete the Google Form linked here to […]

Join us for the opening reception of Temple of Acacia, a solo exhibition by Dario Mohr. Visit us on August 21 from 2 pm - 4 pm to meet the artist, curator Katherine Gressel, and participate in a special performance by Dario. Temple of Acacia is dedicated to the spiritual practices of West Africa that […]