Exhibit: Black People and the Battle of Brooklyn
July 1st , 8:00am – August 30th , 5:00pm
Black people played important and varied roles in the Battle of Brooklyn in August 1776 – the first and largest battle of the American War for Independence. They served as soldiers and spies on both sides, built the American forts in downtown Brooklyn, and serviced the British ships in the Narrows. They fought to win freedom for themselves and used the conflict to escape bad situations and advance their own careers. This FREE outdoor pop-up exhibit explores this complex history by profiling ten everyday heroes who participated in the battle.
Green-Wood’s public programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, as well as the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.