The Old Stone House is a resource to learn about the Battle of Brooklyn and colonial life. They are devoted to supporting Friends of Washington Park, and developing programming that enriches the site. Both the North Garden and the Cafe Table Area in JJ Byrne Playground are available for parties of up to 30 people. They have a “Gardner Explorer” summer program, as well as a Spring Urban Permaculture Accelerated Training. The Old Stone House & Washington Park is building a rodent proof three-bin compost bin in order to produce quality compost for their garden, which is necessary for the soil. 2013 Winner of First-Ever Manhattan Community Scale Composting Contest.