What and where is Brooklyn Grange?

• Brooklyn Grange’s flagship rooftop farm is located at Building 3, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn, NY 11205.

  • Subway:Take the F train to York Street or the A/C to High Street–Brooklyn Bridge. From there, it’s about a 15–20 minute walk or a short bike ride. 

  • Bus: The B67 stops at the Brooklyn Navy Yard entrance. The B57 and B62 also run nearby.

  • By Bike or Ferry: The NYC Ferry (Astoria Route) stops at the Navy Yard. There’s also ample Citi Bike access and bike parking near the Yard.

Entrances: Enter the Brooklyn Navy Yard at the Sands Street gate. Sign in at the security desk, then follow signs or staff instructions to the rooftop farm.

• Farm Hours: Tours and events must be booked in advance via their website. Walk-ins are not allowed.

• Clothing: Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather — it’s a real working farm!

• Photography: Allowed, but be respectful of staff and any private events in progress.

• Sunset Yoga & Wellness Events:

  •  Location: Rooftop event area

  • What to Expect: Seasonal yoga classes, meditation sessions, and wellness pop-ups held against a sunset skyline backdrop.

  • Events are often donation-based or free, led by local instructors in a peaceful setting.

• Farm Dinners & Tastings:

  • Location: Communal tables and greenhouse spaces

  • What to Expect: Curated multi-course meals featuring farm-grown produce and guest chefs.

  • Reservations required; events highlight sustainable and zero-waste cooking.

• Workshops & DIY Sessions:

  • Location: Educational zone near the greenhouse

  • What to Expect: Hands-on classes in herbalism, composting, bouquet-making, and more.

  • Family-friendly and often paired with guided farm tours.

• Live Acoustic Sets & Open Mics:

  • Location: Central garden area

  • What to Expect: Intimate music events with local folk, jazz, and experimental artists.

  • Check the calendar for pop-up performances on weekends.

• Russ & Daughters at the Navy Yard: A modern Jewish deli with classic bagels, smoked fish, and sweets.

• Transmitter Brewing: Just outside the Navy Yard, this craft brewery sometimes features food pop-ups or partners with nearby vendors for bites.

• Mast Chocolate: Small-batch chocolate factory nearby offering tastings and tours.

• Time Out Market New York: Located in nearby DUMBO, offering diverse food vendors and rooftop views.

• Brooklyn Grange promotes sustainability and resilience through rooftop farming and community engagement:

  • Rooftop Farming: Grows over 100,000 lbs of organic produce annually across multiple rooftops, reducing food miles and urban heat.

  • Green Infrastructure: Implements green roofs, stormwater capture systems, and solar energy to reduce environmental impact.

  • Composting Program: Uses food scraps and organic matter to enrich rooftop soil and reduce landfill waste.

  • Pollinator Habitats: Hosts beehives and pollinator gardens that support biodiversity and provide fresh urban honey.

  • Sustainability Education: Offers workshops, tours, and classes that educate the public on urban farming, green living, and food justice.

Visitors are encouraged to support sustainable urban agriculture by buying local produce, composting, and attending farm-based learning programs.

• Beehive Observation Nook

  •  📍 Back corner near the herb spiral

  • A quiet bench near the apiary, perfect for safely watching rooftop beekeeping and pollinators at work.

• Pollinator Path

  • 📍 Native plant corridor along the rooftop edge

  • A peaceful strip lined with blooms, butterflies, and bees—ideal for quiet strolls and nature photos.

• Compost Corner

  • 📍 Behind the main tool shed

  • Often overlooked, this zone shows the farm’s composting in action—transforming waste into rich rooftop soil.

• Skyline Chill Zone

  • 📍 Eastern edge near the vent wall

  •  Offers one of the best, least crowded views of the Brooklyn skyline—perfect for breaks and solo moments.

• Microgreens Tunnel

  • 📍 Beneath the greenhouse shade awnings

  • A cool, shaded walkway framed by irrigation systems and trays—subtly immersive and calming.