Half of the Domino Sugar Refinery, once a major sugar producer in South Williamsburg, will be demolished for new housing within the year.
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Half of the Domino Sugar Refinery, once a major sugar producer in South Williamsburg, will be demolished for new housing within the year.
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Synopsis
Two former workers of the Domino Sugar Refinery return to South Williamsburg, where they spent 30 years of their lives. The refinery, once a major producer of the nation’s sugar, is now facing demolition and renovation. As part of a redevelopment plan, sections of the building will be transformed into housing and commercial spaces. The men reflect on their experiences and revisit the now derelict site that shaped their lives and the community around them.
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Why Watch
- Visit the iconic Domino Sugar Refinery in Brooklyn.
- Meet two former workers reflecting on their past.
- See the transition of industrial spaces to commercial use.
Did You Know
- The Domino Sugar Refinery once produced half of the nation's sugar.
- The refinery is located in South Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
- The two featured workers spent 30 years working at Domino Sugar.
- Part of the refinery will be demolished for new housing within a year.
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What was the Domino Sugar Refinery known for?
The Domino Sugar Refinery was once responsible for producing half of the nation's sugar.
What is happening to the Domino Sugar Refinery building?
Part of the building will be demolished for new housing, while the rest will be renovated for commercial use.
How long did the former workers spend at the Domino Sugar Refinery?
The former workers spent 30 years working at the Domino Sugar Refinery.
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