PortSide NewYork
About
Non-profits along the Brooklyn waterfront often blend history with hands-on community work. PortSide NewYork fits that mold—operating where maritime heritage meets modern urban life.
You’ll find them at Pier 11, Atlantic Basin, Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY 11231. The spot is easy to picture: shipping containers stacked nearby, tugboats idling at the dock, and the occasional ferry cutting through the harbor waves. They run education programs, offer maritime job training, and host public events that let locals engage with the waterfront in ways most city dwellers never do.
Curious about what’s happening on any given weekend? Give them a call at (917) 414-0565. They can fill you in on upcoming workshops, volunteer opportunities, or even just how to get involved if you’ve ever wanted to learn about boat maintenance or harbor ecology.
Red Hook’s industrial edges and tight-knit vibe make it a fitting home for this kind of operation. For directions, check their map—just don’t expect a typical office building when you arrive.
