Flushing in Queens in Queens County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Welcome to Flushing
Flushing Freedom Mile
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 5, 2022
Founded in 1645 as the first permanent settlement in Queens, Flushing has a rich and exciting history. Originally called "Vissingen" by the Dutch, it started as a tiny, tranquil hamlet within the Dutch colony of New Netherland. Over the past 350 years it has evolved into a thriving mini-city within New York City, with one of the most vibrant populations in the country. A mecca for people from all over the world, Flushing was the site of two World's Fairs, from 1939-1940 and 1964-1965, as well as the site of the first meeting of the United Nations in 1946.
The village of Flushing was established in the spirit of freedom, by a group of English settlers seeking a haven where they could practice their religion freely. Over the years, waves of immigrants — including Irish, Jewish, German, Italian, Chinese, Indian, and Korean — have settled here, all adding to Flushing's rich culture and heritage. Today, you can hear more languages spoken on the streets of Flushing than in any other community in the United States. The religious tolerance championed by the earliest residents is still alive and well in 21st century Flushing, where church, synagogue, mosque, Shinto shrine, Quaker meeting house, and Hindu temple peacefully coexist. The unique sense of community and diversity of Flushing can be seen throughout the neighborhood, through both its people and its historic landmarks.
Erected by Queens Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Colonial Era • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the New York, Flushing Freedom Mile, and the Quakerism series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1645.
Location. 40° 45.634′ N, 73° 49.677′ W. Marker is in Queens, New York, in Queens County. It is in Flushing. Marker is on Lippman Plaza just south of 39th Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 136-74 39th Ave, Flushing NY 11354, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Orange Trail / Green Trail (here, next to this marker); Flushing Public Art (here, next to this marker); Macedonia A.M.E. Church (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); St. George's Church (about 800 feet away); a different marker also named St. George's Church (about 800 feet away); The Site of the Former Home of Daniel Carter Beard (approx. 0.2 miles away); Flushing State Armory (approx. 0.2 miles away); Bowne House (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Queens.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 5, 2022
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 10, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 340 times since then and 101 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 10, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.