Defying gentrification and a poor economy, much of Court Street's rich history remains today from Cobble Hill to Carrol Gardens. This weekend, Crain's ran an article lauding the success of those who've stood the test of time and turned a profit.
In the 13-block strip between Warren Street and Fourth Place, nearly 20
longtime, mostly Italian-American mom-and-pop stores still do a healthy
business. They range from cafés to a clothier—many of them dating back
to the early decades of the past century, and nearly all of them
boasting one or two antidotes to the ravages of age and relentless
change.
Read the full Crain's article
HERE. And for a truly great history of Court Street, check out Forgotten NY's amazing digital walking tour
HERE.
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