Robert Vadheim Brooklyn neighborhood renewal and development collection 1962-1987

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Robert Vadheim Brooklyn neighborhood renewal and development collection 1962-1987

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The Brooklyn neighborhood renewal and development collection contains 2.33 linear feet of materials dating from 1962 to 1987, compiled by Dr. Robert H. Vadheim. The collection focuses on revival, renewal, and renovation efforts within Brooklyn's neighborhoods and cultural institutions. Document types in the collection include newspaper clippings, magazine articles, social announcements, invitations, neighborhood tour pamphlets, and other ephemera. In addition to Brooklyn neighborhoods, brownstones, and building restoration, the collection also documents the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and the Brooklyn Bridge--particularly the 1983 Brooklyn Bridge Centennial. Magazine clippings discussing specific observances or general occasions of change in New York City as a whole are also included.

2.33 Linear feet; in one manuscript box, one record carton, and one oversize box.

Center for Brooklyn History (2020-)

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Vadheim, Robert

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Dr. Robert Vadheim (1920-2010), a physician, was a longtime resident of Brooklyn. Vadheim and his partner Robert Johnson moved to Brooklyn Heights in 1964. During the 1960s, he became an active member of the Brooklyn community, promoting historic preservation and the revitalization of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Vadheim also volunteered and made philanthropic contributions to local institutions such as the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens and the Brooklyn Museum. His donations led to significan...

Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

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The idea of Forsythia Day was spurred by Mrs. Edward C. Blum to plant forsythias to enhance the beauty of Brooklyn. Brooklyn Borough president Cashmore proclaimed forsythia the official flower of Brooklyn in 1940. Forsythia Day is celebrated in April when the flowers blossom. From the description of Forsythia Day collection, 1940-1980, 1940-1957 (bulk) (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155451985 Teatown Lake Reservation and Kitchawan Field Station were outreach stations of Broo...

Brooklyn Museum

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The origins of the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences extend back to 1823, with the founding of the Brooklyn Apprentices' Library. The Library, located at the corner of Cranberry and Henry Streets in the neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, was established for the education and cultural enrichment of young tradesmen. In 1841, the Library relocated to the building of the Brooklyn Lyceum, an organization devoted to intellectual pursuits in the arts and sciences, at the corner of Washington and C...