
A winter wonderland, no?
You may not see Cherry Blossoms or rolling waves of green, but that doesn’t mean the Brooklyn Botanic Garden disappears for the long winter months. If you ask us, it’s even more open than ever. Starting today, Nov. 9, the BBG is offering free weekday admission through Mar. 13. That’s 100 percent off the regular $8 for adults. The garden’s also free on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon, year-round. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 to 4:30. Enter at 900 Washington Ave. between Carroll and President Sts.
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Brooklyn Museum. Photo by Howard Brier
In Brooklyn, even the museums have insider secrets: like when you can go and not pay. Unbeknownst to many a culture hound, the Brooklyn Museum, Children’s Museum, Botanic Garden and the New York Aquarium all have special times during the week or month when you can wander in without reaching into your pocket. Without further ado…
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