165 Clermont Avenue

The Clermont Armory is located near the eastern edge of the Fort Greene Historic District in Brooklyn. The neighborhood is characterized by quiet tree lined streets fronting beautiful 19th century brownstones surrounding historic Fort Greene Park. Because of its unique qualities and its proximity to Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn, Fort Greene is experiencing a major renaissance, becoming one of New York City's fastest developing neighborhoods. Fort Greene prides itself as a community with great ethnic diversity and many cultural resources, foremost of which is the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The neighborhood has been, and still is, home to many well-known artists, musicians and writers. In the vicinity of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, a vibrant entertainment and night life district is developing. Along Fulton Street, an alluring array of shops, restaurants and galleries featuring African-American motifs has become a destination spot. Closer to the Clermont Armory, trendy restaurants and cafes have opened along Dekalb Avenue to welcome residents returning home from their subway commutes. Historic Fort Greene Park is located 2 blocks west of the Clermont Armory. The park was established in 1847 as Brooklyn's first at the behest of the celebrated poet and Fort Greene resident, Walt Whitman.