#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

#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

#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

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

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

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

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

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

#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

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

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

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

The Lake in Prospect Park in 1906
#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

The Prospect Park and Coney Island Railroad transporting a holiday crowd to Coney Island in 1899.
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #NYC #mta #photooftheday #history

Hawthorne Street in Prospect Lefferts Gardens was named after the great American author Nathaniel Hawthorne. Hawthorne is best known for his novel The Scarlet Letter which was published in 1850. #americanliterature #NathanielHawthorne #TheScarletLetter #prospectleffertsgardens

The Prospect Park and Coney Island Railroad “Culver Route” ticket from the 1800s
#ProspectLeffertsGardens #brooklyn #NYC #mta #publictransportation #vintagephoto #history #prospectpark

Near the time of their completion in October 1911, the Chester Court homes were advertised in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, showcasing their unique Tudor Revival style.

Deemed a landmark in December 2014, the Chester Court Historic District remains well-preserved today. #prospectleffertsgardens

Then and Now: Fenimore Street between Bedford and Rogers Avenue #nyc #brooklyn #bklyn #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #history

Then and Now: Hawthorne Street and Flatbush Avenue #artofvisuals #optoutside #nyc #brooklyn #newyorkcity #shotoftheday #prospectleffertsgardens #prospectleffertsgardensforlife #landscape #phototag #vintagephoto #history

This #ThenAndNow highlights the blueprints of a row of eight homes located at 290-304 Parkside Avenue in the Melrose Parkside Historic District. Designed by the prolific architect Benjamin Driesler and developed by William A. A. Brown in 1912. #prospectleffertsgardens

Crafted in 1910 by architect Axel Hedman and developed by Eli H. Bishop & Son, these Renaissance Revival rowhouses are timeless marvels of elegance and artistry! #HistoricPreservation #BrooklynArchitecture #RowHouses #LeffertsManor #HistoricHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #prospectleffertsgardens

This #ThenAndNow showcases the original 1909 blueprints of two rows of duplex houses in Parkside Court. Designed and built by Thomas J. Sinnott in 1909-10. #BrooklynArchitecture #HistoricHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #Flatbush #RowHouses #prospectleffertsgardens #leffertsmanor