Corona in Queens in Queens County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Observation Towers

Photographed by Larry Gertner, October 16, 2016

1. Observation Towers Marker

Inscription.
Visitors could look out over the fair as they rode in one of two “Sky Streak” glass-inclosed elevators to the observation decks for even more spectacular views.

The three observations towers rise 60 feet, 150 feet, and 226 feet making them the tallest structures in the fair. Vending machines offered snacks on the upper levels while the lower deck served as a hospitality lounge for dignitaries.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment.

Location. 40° 44.611′ N, 73° 50.669′ W. Marker is in Queens, New York, in Queens County. It is in Corona. It can be reached from Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north. The marker in inside the New York State Pavilion, a remnant of the 1964-5 Worlds' Fair. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Corona NY 11368, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in New York City.

It is also in the American Northeast.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

the Western Hemisphere,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Live Performances (here, next to this marker); Mezzanine Tour of New York State (here, next to this marker); New York State Pavilion (here, next to this marker); World’s Largest Map (here, next to this marker); World’s Largest Suspension Roof (here, next to this marker);

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Remnants from the ruins (here, next to this marker); “Lucy Day” at the New York World’s Fair (here, next to this marker); Skate Rental (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Queens.

The Observation Towers image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Larry Gertner, July 13, 2013

2. The Observation Towers

The elevators were removed as safety hazards years ago.

Photographed by Larry Gertner, October 15, 2017

3. The Observation Towers

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 26, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 471 times since then and 11 times this year. Last updated on April 15, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 26, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 3. submitted on October 16, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.