Before actually getting into the depths of research, information, and history of Downtown Brooklyn (a neighborhood that I did not really know much about before this project) I had the mental image that it was just like any other neighborhood of NYC. It had its own commercial aspects to it and the residential aspects to […]
A college student in her early 20’s. What brings you here to Downtown Brooklyn today (or just any time in general)? One time I had to go to jury duty over at the court. Today I’m going to the DMV to meet a friend. Do you come here often? Um, no not really. I […]
A BAM security guard, co-worker of V.A., has been working in the Peter Sharp Jay building for 10 years. Around late 40- early 50’s years of age, lives in Crown Heights. Has there been a change that is noticeable in Downtown Brooklyn over the past years? Brooklyn will be the new Manhattan. What makes […]
A security guard for the Brooklyn Academy of Music for 6 years. Initially worked at the Harvey Theater building but then was transferred to the Peter Sharp Jay building 2 weeks ago. Mid 40- early 50’s. Had an indistinguishable accent. Has there been any noticeable changes around the neighborhood or the area in the time that […]
Sergio is a third-generation store owner who has a great relationship to his loyal and peaceful customers, and even knows them by voice! He wouldn’t change anything about the area, and again thinks it is well-rounded in all aspects.
This Key Food worker operates a flower shop outlet where people from all ages come year round to buy flowers from his shop. He says the area is very peaceful and well-rounded
A college student of around 20 years of age. Used to go to Brooklyn Technical High School. What reasons might bring you to Downtown Brooklyn? Today I’m going to see a movie over at BAM Rose Cinema since I just found out that they give student discounts. I also like to go to Target over […]
Went to try out Ganso Ramen restaurant, get more interviews, and go to the BAM theater with a friend. Took the D train to Atlantic Av and then switched to the 3 train. Got off at Hoyt St. Places visited: Ganso’s Ramen shop and BAM Peter Sharp Jay Building. Weather: around the 60’s° F. Windy and […]
Second time going to the neighborhood together with Megane. We wanted to go out to get interviews, record sound bites, take pictures and go to Junior’s to try out the famous cheesecake. Took the D train to Atlantic Av and then switched to the 3 train. Got off at Borough Hall. Places visited: various deli’s […]
Today’s goal was to go to the Farmers Market. Took the 5 train to Borough Hall, came out through Cadman Plaza. Weather: 45° F. Thunderstorm, heavy rain and windy. Time: 4:30- 4:50 PM. This amature etnographer did not consider the fact that the farmers market, Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket, would not be open due to […]
Second day of purposeless walking, this time around, however, I wanted to check out the areas around the colleges/schools that were in the area. Took the 3 train to Borough Hall. Places visited: Court Street, Remsen Street, Cadman Plaza, Fulton Street, Jay Street, Dekalb Av, University Plaza, MetroTech Commons, Lafayette Av. Weather: 65° F. Sunny […]
Went out to Downtown Brooklyn with no specific purpose but just to familiarize myself with the area and to get a feeling as to how an afternoon in April looked like around the neighborhood. Took the 5 train to Borough Hall. Places visited: Court Street, Livingston Street, Dekalb Av, Atlantic Av, Columbus Park, Korean Veterans […]
First time going to the neighborhood. Thought it was a good idea to see how the neighborhood looked like after a snowstorm. Took the 3 train to Borough Hall. Places visited: Court Street and Livingston Street. Weather: 20°-26° F. The day after the snow storm. Not as cold as anticipated. Lots of snow. Time: 3:30-4:40 PM. […]
