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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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(Alex Woodworth for WSN)

The Brooklyn Museum reflects on 200 years and embraces change

The Brooklyn Museum celebrates its bicentennial with the exhibition “Breaking the Mold: Brooklyn Museum at 200,” honoring both past work and new additions.
Petunia Hu, Contributing Writer April 3, 2025

In 1819, American painter Francis Guy gazed out the window of his studio on Front Street — now part of Dumbo — and decided to capture the scene before him. The result was his...