Admire the innovative and memorable art woven into the natural landscape of the park. From sculptures to freestanding installations, new work is introduced every year, so there’s always a reason to come back.
How To Get Here
Parking is limited, so we encourage you to take public transportation. And lucky for you, there are plenty of transportation options.
Bus
B25 (at Fulton Ferry Landing), B61 (at Atlantic Avenue and Hicks Street), B63 (on the loop road near Pier 6 in the park), or B67 (at Jay Street and York Street)
CitiBike
The closest CitiBike station (Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 2) is right by Pier 2; if it’s full, there are stations at the north (Old Fulton St) and south (Atlantic Ave & Furman St) entrances to the park.
On View Now: We, Women
We, Women produced by Photoville
On view along the fencing at Empire Fulton Ferry
In a country that is witnessing pivotal public protest and civic engagement, and feels more divided than ever, We, Women shows the power of artists working in community throughout the United States, to find common ground and solutions to the most critical problems facing the country today. Through a radical transformation of image-making, We, Women believes we can revolutionize how we see our country and, ultimately, ourselves.
A preview of the traveling, nationwide exhibit coming in 2021, We, Women at Photoville presents the first cohort of women and gender nonconforming artists examining critical i ssues across the U.S. through photo-based community engagement projects that resist and interrogate social and political landscapes, while promoting empathy and unity.
See the educational guide here.
On View Now: Rehearsal
Rehearsal by Claudia Wieser
Main Street, Plymouth Street Entrance
July 29, 2021 – April 17, 2022
Claudia Wieser’s constellation of five large-scale geometric sculptures creates an immersive environment for exploration. Each form differs in size, shape, and pattern, and combines painted, photographic, and mirrored details to create vibrant compositions that highlight the dynamism of the city and its people. Ranging between seven and 13 feet in height, the sculptures are clad in more than 1,500 clay tiles that were hand-painted by the artist in her Berlin studio. Wieser (b. 1973, Freilassing, Germany), who trained as a painter, leaves traces of her meticulous brushstrokes in each attentively-designed tile. Highly polished stainless-steel details reflect the surroundings and movement of visitors. Recognizable image fragments that capture the pulse of the city are featured alongside the patterned tiles. They include photographs taken by the artist in New York, slides of a German family trip to the city from the 1980s that she found online, and reproductions of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures—together, they reflect the parallel experiences of humans throughout time.
Clustered at the iconic vista where the Manhattan Bridge frames the Empire State Building, Wieser’s Rehearsal may be seen as both a meeting place and a theatrical set that hearkens back to ancient Roman forums—public spaces for assembly, interaction, and the exchange of ideas. Her title draws attention to the interplay between visitor and artwork to suggest something still in process and ever-evolving. Inviting both exploration and reflection, Wieser offers a moment to immerse ourselves and play a role in her mesmerizing sculptural installation.
Claudia Wieser: Rehearsal is curated by Public Art Fund Associate Curator Katerina Stathopoulou.
On View Now: StoryWalk: I Got the Rhythm
StoryWalk: I Got the Rhythm presented with Brooklyn Public Library
I Got the Rhythm written by Connie Schofield-Morrison, illustrated by Frank Morrison
Main Street Playground
July 6, 2021 to September 15, 2021
At the Main Street Playground view pages of I Got the Rhythm by Brooklyn native Connie Schofield-Morrison and illustrated by Frank Morrison (Bloomsbury , 2014). On a trip to the park with their grown-up, a child hears a rhythm coming from the world around them and begins to move to the beat, finally beginning an impromptu dance in which other kids join in.
Past Public Art
FAQS
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Are there public restrooms?
Yes, there are restrooms at Pier 6 at Fornino, in the Boathouse in the Pier 5 Uplands, in the orange building on Pier 2, in Empire Stores, in 99 Plymouth, and seasonally at the Pier 1 entrance.
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Are there free events?
Yes, the majority of events in the Park are free. Please check the events calendar for more information on individual events.
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How do I get to Brooklyn Bridge Park?
Brooklyn Bridge Park is accessible by several subway lines (A/C, 2/3, 4/5, F, R) and bus routes (B25, B61, B63, B67). Visitors can also arrive via the NYC Ferry at Fulton Ferry Landing and Pier 6. For Access-a-Ride access to Pier 1, please use the address 1 Water Street (corner of Old Fulton and Water Street). To enter the southern end of the park, please use the address 360 Furman Street and exit on the west side of the building.
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Is there an entrance fee to Brooklyn Bridge Park?
Brooklyn Bridge Park is free to enter! There is no entrance fee to the Park and the majority of events are free. To use facilities not managed by BBP, such as Jane’s Carousel, The Cliffs, or the Roller Rink, there may be fees.
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Is there public access to the roof to see "Watertown 3: R.V. Ingersoll" by Tom Fruin?
There is no public access to the roof. Watertower 3: R.V. can be viewed well from the lawn in the Pier 5 Uplands.
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Can I host an event or activity?
To host an event or an activity in Brooklyn Bridge Park you must have an approved permit from Brooklyn Bridge Park. This process insures that any given area of the Park is not over crowded and that organizations are properly supported and insured. If you would like to host an event or activity in the Park, please review the conditions for a special events permit.
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Do I need a permit to take photos?
It depends on the photoshoot. Permits are required for commercial photo shoots. See more on the permits page.
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When do I need a permit?
Generally, permits are required if you want to: bring a group larger than 20 people into the Park; have a wedding ceremony; film of photograph for professional/commercial purposes; or, have dedicated access to a sports field/court. This list is not exclusive or exhaustive.
Please review the Permits section for more information on when a permit is needed and how to apply for one. Submitting an application does not guarantee you will be granted a permit. Your application is not approved until you have received a permit from Brooklyn Bridge Park. Applications may take up to 21 days to process after they have been submitted.
