The information is useful if you are looking for brief descriptions of Brooklyn's history, neighborhoods, and points of interest. The Lott House, built around 1800, is one of the last Dutch-American farmhouses in New York City. In 1989 the house was designated a New York City landmark. The site features a great virtual house tour, allowing you to explore many rooms, antiquated appliances, and artifacts. To circumvent the who, what, where, and when information for some historical perspective, go to the History or the cool Destinations sections.
History covers park geography and the architects and sculptors.
Destinations takes you through park landmarks, providing a brief history and description of each. Visually striking, it provides fascinating information on how the series was made, facts about New York from each of the series' episodes, and many educational extensions, such as activities and lesson plans. This site is notable for the author's evident appreciation and extensive documentation of architectural details in New York City. Aside from providing a thorough look at gargoyles and other details, the site is very well designed. The homepage is unattractive, but the subsequent pages for each building are nicely laid out and easy to read.