The Brooklyn Rail is a monthly magazine that covers art, culture, and politics in Brooklyn, New York. The magazine was founded in 1998 and is published by a nonprofit organization called the Brooklyn Rail, Inc. The Brooklyn Rail covers a wide range of topics, including visual art, literature, music, dance, film, and theater, as well as politics and social issues. The magazine is known for its in-depth coverage of the Brooklyn arts scene and for its critical and independent perspective. In addition to its editorial content, the Brooklyn Rail includes ads from local businesses and organizations. The magazine is available in print and digital formats and is distributed throughout Brooklyn and beyond.