Behold this turquoise patch nestled in the heart of Bushwick. This is Bushwick Pool. It is a refreshing escape from the summer heat. This pool offers respite right here in this vibrant neighborhood.
Bushwick Pool is a modest size. It measures 75 feet by 60 feet and is three feet deep. The pool sits among densely populated housing buildings. This location promises crowds. But sometimes a group dip is necessary until you have that backyard dumpster pool.
Consider the location. Bushwick Pool is conveniently located between Humboldt Street, Flushing and Bushwick Avenues. You can easily bike or walk from the Morgan or Montrose L stops.
Did you know that there’s another Bushwick Pool? This one is inside Bushwick High School. It’s an Olympic-sized pool, ten feet deep. The high school shares it with other schools. This pool is where students hone their swimming and diving skills. They call their beloved pool Bushwick Reef. It might not be glamorous but it gets the job done.
Bushwick itself has a rich history. The Dutch first named it Boswijck, meaning heavy woods. In the mid-1800s, German immigrants arrived. They established breweries like Schaefer, Piel’s, and Rheingold. These breweries boosted the local economy. However, as breweries closed, many residents left.
The neighborhood faced challenges in the 1960s and 70s. There was economic decline. The 1977 blackout brought looting and arson. Many businesses never recovered. But Bushwick has shown resilience.
Today, Bushwick is transforming. It’s becoming a vibrant community again. Bushwick Pool offers a place to cool off and connect. It’s a small oasis in a bustling urban landscape. So, take a dip. Enjoy the refreshing waters of Bushwick Pool. Experience a piece of Bushwick’s ongoing story.