Founded as its own town in 1660, the neighborhood of Bushwick is regarded as one of the most historical areas in all of New York City. Central to its history are its businesses, streets and parks, all with their own mini-histories that help tell Bushwick’s story. Here’s an incomprehensive list of notable Bushwick landmarks and some background on how they got their names.
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