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Once upon a time, the borough was a humble farmland. It transformed into residential property following the American Revolutionary War and became a city in 1834. In 1898, Brooklyn officially became a part of New York City. (Information taken from Tripmemos.com)
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Located in downtown Brooklyn, this elegant municipal building in the Greek Revival style was erected in 1848. It was designed by architects Calvin Pollard and Gamaliel King, and it is Brooklyn's oldest public building. Across from this grand structure is a mid-19th-century fountain with nearby shrubbery and flowers. Do you have any Greek Revival style buildings where you live?
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As is the case for many locations in NYC, this historical landmark has been used for television and musical artists. Do you recognize this landmark from any television shows or other events?
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