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Dumbo, Brooklyn: $18 Million Restoration Revives Historic Cobblestone Streets and Unearths Artifacts

CBS New YorkNovember 19, 20252 min2,263 views
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Dumbo's Historic Restoration Project

  • πŸ—οΈ A massive restoration project in Dumbo, Brooklyn, has officially completed after nearly 6 years of work.
  • 🧱 The project focused on restoring streets that hadn't been touched in over a hundred years, blending modern needs with historical preservation.

Cobblestone Streets Revived

  • πŸ’Ž Nearly 800,000 cobblestones were removed and then placed back as part of the $18 million historic restoration.
  • πŸ›£οΈ The restoration covered more than 3 miles of streets, including upgrades to storm and sanitary sewers and water mains.
  • ✨ In total, 25 blocks had their cobblestones restored, with one additional block converted from asphalt to cobblestone.

Unearthing Treasures from the Past

  • πŸ“œ The restoration project unearthed approximately 2800 artifacts, with one dating back to the 1600s.
  • πŸ” These artifacts provide a glimpse into the past life and history of Dumbo.
  • πŸ›οΈ Organizers are collaborating with the Brooklyn Public Library to potentially display these found artifacts in an exhibit.

Community Impact and Sentiment

  • πŸ’¬ While the construction caused traffic and was a nuisance, residents felt it was a nuisance worth enduring for the neighborhood's revitalization.
  • 🀝 The project is seen by residents as more than just a facelift; it's a vital connection to Dumbo's history and a way to move forward.
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