Manhattan Beach

About Manhattan Beach

Developer Austin Corbin established a summer resort here in 1877. Hotels and concerts were part of that era; residential development followed in the early twentieth century. The land now used for the public beach later served as a Coast Guard and maritime training station before the park opened in 1955.

Kingsborough?s art gallery began exhibiting in its Arts and Sciences Building location in 1976. On its fortieth anniversary it became the Kingsborough Art Museum, which presents exhibitions including work by students and faculty.

Places to explore

• Kingsborough Art Museum

  Arts and Sciences Building, 2001 Oriental Boulevard

  The campus museum presents changing exhibitions and lists free public admission. Check the current exhibition and class calendar, then confirm campus entry and physical accessibility before visiting.

• Manhattan Beach Park

  Oceanfront near Oriental Boulevard

  The public beach and park recall the peninsula?s resort and later public recreation history. Check current Parks entrance information, beach status and seasonal swimming rules before a visit.

Planning a visit

The museum lists the B1 and B49 to the college and a connection from the Brighton Beach B/Q station via the B1. Confirm the current schedule, campus entry and gallery access before setting out.

The park and beach have separate rules. Swim only when lifeguards are on duty and check NYC Health?s current beach-status notices before traveling.