Venice in America

Flashback to 1908 with this fascinating glimpse from The Brooklyn Daily Eagle, highlighting the visionary development of Brightwaters’ Grand Canal, hailing as “Venice in America.” This historic advertisement from September 6, 1908, reveals T. B. Ackerson’s grand vision for Brightwaters, transforming the Lake Section and Pine Section into a haven of spring-fed lakes, shade trees, and the allure of a true maritime community. Ackerson’s Houses promised elegant living spaces, reflecting a careful blend of nature and craftsmanship, a legacy still admired today.