named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Archaeology and Artifact Research
Collaborates with academic institutions like Brooklyn College on archaeological projects that uncover artifacts and structures related to 250+ years of continuous occupation, including evidence of enslaved and immigrant labor.
Historic Interpretation and Public Tours
Offers educational programs and tours that interpret the history of the Lott House, the Lott family, enslaved people, and immigrant workers in southern Brooklyn.
History Blog and Public Engagement
Produces a digital blog series exploring Brooklyn’s history, including Dutch colonial traditions, transportation history, and social justice themes connected to the Lott House.
Restoration and Preservation Projects
Conducts structural and interior preservation work on the 1720 and 1800 farmhouse in collaboration with NYC Parks and Historic House Trust, preparing the site for public access.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Local History Preservation and Education 2 activities
- Management of historical collections and archivesHolds and manages a collection of objects, artifacts, and archival materials related to the Lott family, their farm, and the Marine Park community for public education and historical interpretation.
- Public educational programming and interpretationOffers outdoor, online, and interpretive programming to educate the public about the history of the Hendrick I. Lott House, the Lott family, the farm, and the lives of enslaved, immigrant, and native-born workers in southern Brooklyn.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 2 activities
- Preservation of the Hendrick I. Lott House historic structureOwns and maintains the Hendrick I. Lott House, a property listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a New York City landmark, through ongoing preservation and restoration efforts.
- Restoration and renovation of the Lott House for public museum useConducts structural, interior, and architectural restoration of the Lott House, including plumbing and electrical work, to prepare the site for public opening as a fully operational museum by early 2026, in collaboration with NYC Parks and the Historic House Trust.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Public outreach and communicationsProduces and distributes a quarterly newsletter, Letters from the Farmhouse, to share updates on programming, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support the Hendrick I. Lott House.
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Museum Volunteer Engagement & Operations Support 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement in specialized museum operationsRecruits and utilizes volunteers with specialized skills in collections care and historical research to support museum development and operations.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Volunteer-supported site maintenance and event operationsEngages community volunteers in monthly garden maintenance—including weeding, pruning, sweeping, and seasonal planting—and in supporting outdoor events through setup, breakdown, and attendee welcome.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Archaeological research and historical artifact collectionConducted long-term archaeological excavations at the Lott House site, uncovering over 65,000 artifacts and evidence of former structures related to the Lott family, enslaved persons, and immigrant workers, to support historical interpretation and public education.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$62K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income$2K4%
Other revenue$60K
expenses
Total expenses$40K
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Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$170K
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Net assets$169K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- Bob Kaplan — Trustee
- Greg Borruso — Trustee
- Kevin Hanley — Trustee
- Megan Lynch — Trustee
- Paul Link — Trustee
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- American Alliance of Museums Network — Follows the ethical standards of the American Alliance of Museums in collection management decisions.
- Brooklyn College Archaeological Research Center Partner — Partner in a long-term archaeological project at the Lott House since 1998.
- Brooklyn College Summer Archaeological Field School Partner — Collaborated on a long-term archaeological project at the Lott House, uncovering artifacts and structures related to the site's historical inhabitants.
- Friends of the Lott House Partner — Partner organization that manages programming and communications for the Hendrick I. Lott House.
- Historic House Trust Partner — Collaborates on stabilization and renovation planning for the Hendrick I. Lott House.
- Historic House Trust of New York City Partner — Collaborates with Friends of the Lott House on restoration and public access initiatives.
- Marine Park Alliance Partner — Neighborhood partner of Friends of the Lott House.
- Marine Park Community Association Partner — Neighborhood partner of Friends of the Lott House.
- New York City Government — Purchased the Lott House in 2002 and holds it as a designated landmark.
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Funder — Provides public funds that support programs at the Hendrick I. Lott House.
- New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Government — Owner of the Hendrick I. Lott House and collaborator on restoration efforts.
- New York State Archives Government — Source of archival materials, including the 1653 Lott House deed.
- Parks Department Government — Works with the organization on interior stabilization plans for the Lott House.
- Squarespace Partner — Hosts website and image content via Squarespace platform.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Historic Preservation via Archaeological Research and Unrestored Integritymethodology: historic-preservation-through-unrestorationBy preserving original architectural features and avoiding restoration while conducting archaeological research, the organization protects the site’s historical authenticity and uncovers underrepresented histories, because material evidence and unaltered structures provide more accurate insights than reconstructed narratives.
- Inclusive Historical Interpretation through Community-Centered Narrativesmethodology: inclusive_historical_interpretationBy centering marginalized voices and integrating diverse perspectives—such as those of enslaved and free laborers, Dutch settlers, and immigrant workers—into public programming and storytelling, the organization creates a more truthful and comprehensive historical narrative, because inclusive interpretation fosters deeper public engagement and challenges dominant historical omissions.
- Volunteer-Driven, Ethically-Governed Stewardship Modelmethodology: responsible_stewardshipBy relying on volunteer engagement and grounding collection and preservation decisions in museum ethics and board governance, the organization ensures sustainable, responsible stewardship of the site, because community participation and professional standards together support long-term preservation and public accountability.