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Step inside an engineering marvel that is today a center of innovation and business development in New York City. Built to supply American forces on the Western Front in World War I, this enormous Cass Gilbert-designed complex served as a supply base for the American military until the Vietnam War. Today, this thriving industrial park is home to over 100 companies in a wide array of industries, from precision manufacturers to biotech researchers, online retailers to chocolatiers. On this 2-hour walking tour, we will explore how millions of tons of war supplies and personnel were shipped through this teeming transportation hub, hear the stories of soldiers, longshoremen, and merchant mariners who worked these piers, rail yards, and warehouses, and learn how these facilities are put to use today. Looking at the broader context, this tour will discuss what made the Port of New York the envy of the world in the mid-20th century, why it went into decline, and how Brooklyn’s working waterfront is being revitalized today. Along the way, we will enjoy sweeping views of the harbor, visit the 600,000-square-foot unrestored space of Building A, and step inside the Terminal’s architectural gem – the breathtaking atrium of Building B, where freight trains once rumbled through to be loaded from the innovative cantilevered balconies. Join us to explore the sights and stories of a century of work at the Brooklyn Army Terminal!
The Brooklyn Army Terminal entrance is located at the junction of 1st Ave & 58th St in the Sunset Park section of Brooklyn. Tours meet in front of Building A, which is the building on the right (closer to the water) when entering through the gate at 1st Ave, pictured above.
SUBWAY: The nearest station is 59 St (N,R), located a 10-minute walk from the 58th St entrance. This is a wheelchair-accessible station. Please note that these trains run on a more limited schedule on weekends, so allow for additional travel time. After exiting the station, walk in the direction of traffic along 59th St for two blocks until you reach 2nd Ave, then take a right onto 2nd Ave. After one block, turn left onto 58th St and continue walking straight until you reach the junction of 1st Avenue. The main gate of the Terminal will be on your left. When you enter the gate, you will be facing two large buildings, and Building A is the one on the right. Please visit mta.info for routes, schedules, service changes, and delays.
FERRY: NYC Ferry serves the Brooklyn Army Terminal via the Rockaway and South Brooklyn routes. To reach the tour meeting location, just walk up the hill and turn right underneath the arches. Tickets are available through the NYC Ferry app or at ticket kiosks at the pier, but NYC Ferry does not accept MetroCards or OMNY. All ferries are wheelchair accessible. Visit ferry.nyc for schedules and info.
BUS: The B11 stops directly in front of the Brooklyn Army Terminal on 58th St and 1st Ave. All NYC MTA buses are wheelchair accessible, and all accept OMNY with a contactless bank card or smartphone. Please visit mta.info for routes, schedules, service changes, and delays.
DRIVING & PARKING: Free parking is available on Pier 4. Follow signs at the intersection of 1st Ave and 58th St to the ferry stop to reach the lot.
BICYCLE: Bicycle parking is available at the Brooklyn Army Terminal near the entrance to Building A. Sunset Park and the Brooklyn Army Terminal are served by Citi Bike.
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for complete directions and information on public transportation.
These tours are offered in partnership with the Brooklyn Army Terminal, a property of the New York City Economic Development Corporation. A portion of proceeds support non-profits based at the Brooklyn Army Terminal.
During this tour we will walk approximately 1 mile, and there will be limited options to sit during the tour. We try to utilize the most accessible pathways, but there may be some uneven paths, steps, or steep inclines. If you have any questions or concerns about any accessibility accommodations, please visit our Accessibility page or contact us.
Tours begin on time. Tour participants should please arrive 10 minutes before the tour start so that we can begin on time. If you are running late or have trouble finding your guide, please call us at (347) 903-8687. If you arrive more than 10 minutes late to the tour, there is no guarantee that you will be able to catch up to the group or participate in the tour. There are no partial or full refunds for late arrivals.
Please dress appropriately for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring water, as access to restrooms and shelter may be limited during the tour.
You do not need to print this confirmation message, as your tour guide will check you in to the tour by name.
Gratuities for our guides are always appreciated, but never expected.
RESTROOMS are located throughout the facility, including at the tour meeting location. Please arrive early to use the restroom before the tour, and we will do our best to accommodate you throughout the tour.
PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Photographs taken on Brooklyn Army Terminal tours cannot be used for any commercial purposes. If you are interested in commercial photography at the Brooklyn Army Terminal, you can contact NYCEDC directly to make arrangements.
