Truman Capote's House

* Private Residence * | Historical landmark but NOT a museum

Free

70 Willow St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

What locals are saying . . .

After a little time strolling the streets of Brooklyn Heights. Take a little walk down Willow Street you’ll find the former residence of the writer Truman Capote. This is now a private residence so don’t knock on the door but enjoy a little slice of history from a distance. The home recently sold, you can read a bit more about here and here.

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