Beyond Atlantic Avenue (Downtown Brooklyn)
Brands like Brooklyn Industries and Free People, along with a handful of Asian restaurants, close out this section of Smith Street. As you pass Pacific and Atlantic Avenues, government buildings come into view such as the Brooklyn House of Detention–one of the jails hidden right among us in the urban fabric–Kings County Criminal Court, and New York City Civil Court. At Fulton Mall, Smith Street comes to an end as it merges with Jay Street and heads north into DUMBO.
Smith Street is very different than it was even ten years ago, but it has managed to retain its sense of history. Its residents have balanced the forces of development and community interest without sacrificing lifestyle. We’ve covered a large expanse of Smith Street in this article, but hopefully this overview gives you an idea of the rich street life along this thoroughfare. Take time to get to know the different personalities of each portion of Smith Street and allow the people—its residents, passionate store owners, and homegrown restaurants—to show you why it’s an amazing place to live and visit.
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