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Joseph Alexiou

Joseph Alexiou the author of Gowanus: Brooklyn's Curious Canal (NYU Press, Oct 2015). A freelance writer and editor, he is also licensed New York City tourguide, Francophile, and an avowed history nerd.

Courses taught

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    Walking Tour

    Walk the Gowanus with a Local Author

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    Grab Bag

    Gowanus: The Past and Future of Brooklyn's Curious Canal

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    NYC

    The History of the Gowanus Canal

Our History

Since 2010, Brooklyn Brainery has hosted affordable classes for adults on anything and everything. Nowadays, we host almost 100 classes per month at our two locations in Brooklyn!

Our Philosophy

Teaching at the Brainery isn't about being a world-renowned expert on a topic, it's just about being excited to help people learn the things you're already excited about.

When you share your knowledge everyone benefits.

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190 Underhill Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238

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Brooklyn, NY 11215