#ThenAndNow: 1142–1150 Nostrand Ave, designed by C.W. Mullen in 1906, still showcases its original cast iron columns, stone trim, and pressed metal cornices. Today it’s home to restaurants Bleu Nuk, Camillo, and Irie Jerk Chicken. #prospectleffertsgardens #flatbush #BrooklynHistory #NostrandAve
May 23, 2026 at 4:40 PM
#ThenAndNow: 1142–1150 Nostrand Ave, designed by C.W. Mullen in 1906, still showcases its original cast iron columns, stone trim, and pressed metal cornices. Today it’s home to restaurants Bleu Nuk, Camillo, and Irie Jerk Chicken. #prospectleffertsgardens #flatbush #BrooklynHistory #NostrandAve
#ThenAndNow: Streetscape of Nostrand Ave, showing 1127–1105 (btw Midwood & Maple). Built in 1908 by Bloomgarden & Meziroff, designed by Robert T. Rasmussen—now home to LABAY Markets, Allan’s Bakery & more! #prospectleffertsgardens #History #flatbush
February 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
#ThenAndNow: Streetscape of Nostrand Ave, showing 1127–1105 (btw Midwood & Maple). Built in 1908 by Bloomgarden & Meziroff, designed by Robert T. Rasmussen—now home to LABAY Markets, Allan’s Bakery & more! #prospectleffertsgardens #History #flatbush
#ThenAndNow On the west side of Nostrand Avenue, just south of Rutland Road, this elegant row—completed in 1908—was designed in the Renaissance Revival style by architect W. Fernbach and developed by Minnie Polatcheck. #prospectleffertsgardens
January 3, 2026 at 4:06 PM
#ThenAndNow On the west side of Nostrand Avenue, just south of Rutland Road, this elegant row—completed in 1908—was designed in the Renaissance Revival style by architect W. Fernbach and developed by Minnie Polatcheck. #prospectleffertsgardens
#ThenAndNow Lincoln Rd & Nostrand Ave:
North side—20 buildings from 1909 by F. E. Buchar, with pressed metal cornices and swag friezes.
South side—St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1913, by William J. Ryan.
#Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
North side—20 buildings from 1909 by F. E. Buchar, with pressed metal cornices and swag friezes.
South side—St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1913, by William J. Ryan.
#Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
November 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
#ThenAndNow Lincoln Rd & Nostrand Ave:
North side—20 buildings from 1909 by F. E. Buchar, with pressed metal cornices and swag friezes.
South side—St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1913, by William J. Ryan.
#Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
North side—20 buildings from 1909 by F. E. Buchar, with pressed metal cornices and swag friezes.
South side—St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1913, by William J. Ryan.
#Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
#ThenAndNow: Fenimore Street & Nostrand Avenue
On the south side of Fenimore Street stands a three-story, red-brick Queen Anne–style building dating back to 1896. Notice the round-arched windows, brick pilasters, and accentuated keystones. #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
On the south side of Fenimore Street stands a three-story, red-brick Queen Anne–style building dating back to 1896. Notice the round-arched windows, brick pilasters, and accentuated keystones. #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
November 1, 2025 at 12:27 PM
#ThenAndNow: Fenimore Street & Nostrand Avenue
On the south side of Fenimore Street stands a three-story, red-brick Queen Anne–style building dating back to 1896. Notice the round-arched windows, brick pilasters, and accentuated keystones. #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
On the south side of Fenimore Street stands a three-story, red-brick Queen Anne–style building dating back to 1896. Notice the round-arched windows, brick pilasters, and accentuated keystones. #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
A glimpse into Brooklyn’s past and present
Built in 1908 by W. Fernbach for Minnie Polatcheck, 1176 Nostrand Avenue stands as a stunning example of Renaissance Revival architecture.
#BrooklynArchitecture #ProspectLeffertsGardens #ThenAndNow #flatbush
Built in 1908 by W. Fernbach for Minnie Polatcheck, 1176 Nostrand Avenue stands as a stunning example of Renaissance Revival architecture.
#BrooklynArchitecture #ProspectLeffertsGardens #ThenAndNow #flatbush
September 20, 2025 at 3:06 PM
A glimpse into Brooklyn’s past and present
Built in 1908 by W. Fernbach for Minnie Polatcheck, 1176 Nostrand Avenue stands as a stunning example of Renaissance Revival architecture.
#BrooklynArchitecture #ProspectLeffertsGardens #ThenAndNow #flatbush
Built in 1908 by W. Fernbach for Minnie Polatcheck, 1176 Nostrand Avenue stands as a stunning example of Renaissance Revival architecture.
#BrooklynArchitecture #ProspectLeffertsGardens #ThenAndNow #flatbush
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the Fenimore Street block party last month. Your support made it truly special!
#unlimitedbrooklyn #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #jazz #blockparty #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
#unlimitedbrooklyn #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #jazz #blockparty #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
September 18, 2025 at 10:27 PM
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the Fenimore Street block party last month. Your support made it truly special!
#unlimitedbrooklyn #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #jazz #blockparty #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
#unlimitedbrooklyn #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #jazz #blockparty #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
Prospect Lefferts Gardens in the 1970s on the eastside of Rogers Avenue near Rutland Road #throwback #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #BrooklynArchitecture #HistoricHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #Flatbush #newyorkcity #photooftheday #brooklyn
July 29, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Prospect Lefferts Gardens in the 1970s on the eastside of Rogers Avenue near Rutland Road #throwback #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #BrooklynArchitecture #HistoricHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #Flatbush #newyorkcity #photooftheday #brooklyn
The initial plans by architects Walker & Gillette for developing the land lot where the old Lefferts' homestead stood before it moved to Prospect Park. The architectural design was Italian Renaissance style, with facades of brick and limestone, & arcade shops. #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
July 29, 2025 at 4:19 AM
The initial plans by architects Walker & Gillette for developing the land lot where the old Lefferts' homestead stood before it moved to Prospect Park. The architectural design was Italian Renaissance style, with facades of brick and limestone, & arcade shops. #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens
This #ThenAndNow features a 1909 postcard of PS 92, once on Robinson St (now Parkside Ave). Built in 1905 by NYC and designed by A.W. Ross, the school reflects Colonial Revival style—back when farmland was giving way to new homes.
#Flatbush #newyorkcity #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
#Flatbush #newyorkcity #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
June 14, 2025 at 12:01 PM
This #ThenAndNow features a 1909 postcard of PS 92, once on Robinson St (now Parkside Ave). Built in 1905 by NYC and designed by A.W. Ross, the school reflects Colonial Revival style—back when farmland was giving way to new homes.
#Flatbush #newyorkcity #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
#Flatbush #newyorkcity #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
This was the Flatbush residence of Dr Homer Bartlett. His wife, Margaret named Fenimore St. after the great novelist James Fenimore Cooper #brooklyn #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #newyork
June 7, 2025 at 4:05 PM
This was the Flatbush residence of Dr Homer Bartlett. His wife, Margaret named Fenimore St. after the great novelist James Fenimore Cooper #brooklyn #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #newyork
This #ThenAndNow showcases the original blueprints of 305, 307, and 309 Lefferts Avenue. Designed by the architect Benjamin Driesler and built by Realty Associates in 1912. #brooklyn #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #newyork
May 24, 2025 at 9:42 AM
This #ThenAndNow showcases the original blueprints of 305, 307, and 309 Lefferts Avenue. Designed by the architect Benjamin Driesler and built by Realty Associates in 1912. #brooklyn #flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #newyork
#ProspectLeffertsGardens in the 1970s on the northside of Hawthorne Street near Flatbush Avenue #throwback #Flatbush #brooklyn #newyork #photooftheday #history
May 18, 2025 at 4:47 PM
#ProspectLeffertsGardens in the 1970s on the northside of Hawthorne Street near Flatbush Avenue #throwback #Flatbush #brooklyn #newyork #photooftheday #history
The unveiling of the Lafayette Monument in Prospect Park on May 10, 1917. #ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #vintagephoto #newyork #photooftheday #history #prospectpark #flatbush #newyork
May 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
The unveiling of the Lafayette Monument in Prospect Park on May 10, 1917. #ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #vintagephoto #newyork #photooftheday #history #prospectpark #flatbush #newyork
Midwood Street between Bedford and Flatbush Avenues in 1910 #throwback #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #flatbush #brooklyn
May 1, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Midwood Street between Bedford and Flatbush Avenues in 1910 #throwback #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #flatbush #brooklyn
This #ThenAndNow features 177–183 Lincoln Road, designed by architect Albert Ullrich and erected in 1905, consists of a row of four stylish townhouses located on the north side of Lincoln Road between Bedford and Rogers Avenues.
#BrooklynArchitecture #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
#BrooklynArchitecture #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
April 26, 2025 at 12:22 PM
This #ThenAndNow features 177–183 Lincoln Road, designed by architect Albert Ullrich and erected in 1905, consists of a row of four stylish townhouses located on the north side of Lincoln Road between Bedford and Rogers Avenues.
#BrooklynArchitecture #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
#BrooklynArchitecture #Flatbush #prospectleffertsgardens #Brooklyn
A postcard depicting Lincoln Road and Flatbush Avenue on 1909. #Flatbush #BrooklynHistory #RowHouses #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens
April 20, 2025 at 2:36 PM
A postcard depicting Lincoln Road and Flatbush Avenue on 1909. #Flatbush #BrooklynHistory #RowHouses #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens
Original brass door knobs on Prospect Lefferts homes are not only works of art but elevate the value of the historic buildings.
#prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor #flatbush #brooklyn #landmarkbuildings
#prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor #flatbush #brooklyn #landmarkbuildings
April 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Original brass door knobs on Prospect Lefferts homes are not only works of art but elevate the value of the historic buildings.
#prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor #flatbush #brooklyn #landmarkbuildings
#prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor #flatbush #brooklyn #landmarkbuildings
The classical ornament motifs and iron grille-work doors featured within the Ocean on the Park Historic district. #brooklyn #nyc♥ #newyork #newyorkcity #visualoflife #prospectleffertsgardens #historicbuildingpreservation #history #seeyourcity #shotoftheday
April 14, 2025 at 7:51 PM
The classical ornament motifs and iron grille-work doors featured within the Ocean on the Park Historic district. #brooklyn #nyc♥ #newyork #newyorkcity #visualoflife #prospectleffertsgardens #historicbuildingpreservation #history #seeyourcity #shotoftheday
Then and Now: The corner of Rutland Road and Flatbush Avenue #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #phototag #vintagephoto #History
April 14, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Then and Now: The corner of Rutland Road and Flatbush Avenue #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #phototag #vintagephoto #History
The Lake in Prospect Park in 1906
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #vintagephoto #photooftheday #history #prospectpark
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #vintagephoto #photooftheday #history #prospectpark
April 10, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The Lake in Prospect Park in 1906
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #vintagephoto #photooftheday #history #prospectpark
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #vintagephoto #photooftheday #history #prospectpark
This #ThenAndNow showcases 87 to 93 Rutland Road. Designed by the architects Slee & Bryson and was built by the Frederick B. Norris Company in 1925. #BrooklynArchitecture #HistoricHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #Flatbush #newyorkcity #photooftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor #Brooklyn
April 5, 2025 at 11:58 AM
This #ThenAndNow showcases 87 to 93 Rutland Road. Designed by the architects Slee & Bryson and was built by the Frederick B. Norris Company in 1925. #BrooklynArchitecture #HistoricHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #Flatbush #newyorkcity #photooftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor #Brooklyn
The Prospect Park and Coney Island Railroad transporting a holiday crowd to Coney Island in 1899.
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #NYC #mta #photooftheday #history
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #NYC #mta #photooftheday #history
March 16, 2025 at 5:49 PM
The Prospect Park and Coney Island Railroad transporting a holiday crowd to Coney Island in 1899.
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #NYC #mta #photooftheday #history
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #NYC #mta #photooftheday #history