Park Slope's numbered streets get the attention, but its named blocks hold some of the district's finest Queen Anne and Classical Revival rows and a wide range of mansions. Matt Postal, an architectural historian who lives there, explains how particular Brooklyn architects and developers gave each block its character. If you like reading buildings, this new MAS walking tour is a rewarding way to see the neighborhood.
What to expect
The meeting point arrives in your registration email. The group walks a loop through the historic district, pausing at facades and ensembles while the guide points out details and tells the stories of who built them. Expect an unhurried pace with frequent stops.
Good to know
- Register online in advance; online registration closes an hour before the tour.
- The meeting location is sent in your confirmation email.
- There are no refunds or exchanges unless MAS cancels.
- MAS members pay a reduced rate.
- The F/G to Seventh Avenue and the 2/3 to Grand Army Plaza serve the area.
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Common questions
Who leads the Park Slope Named Streets tour?
Architectural historian and Park Slope resident Matt Postal.
Where does the tour meet?
MAS sends the meeting location in the registration confirmation email.
Can I get a refund?
MAS offers no refunds, cancellations or exchanges unless it cancels the tour.
