On 19th Street south of 23rd Drive, on the right when traveling south.
What was here before?
At one time local children swam in the Hell Gate tidal strait at the base the natural hillside embankment in the turbulent waters. The endangerment to citizens in Astoria and to coastal waters throughout the city led . . . — — Map (db m241590) HM
Near Shore Boulevard south of Ditmars Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
The pin oak and serviceberry trees planted in this grove are a living memorial to the fathers and mothers, sisters and brothers, sons and daughters, family and friends lost to us far to soon, on Flight 587. May their spirit live on in the beauty . . . — — Map (db m241386) HM
On Shore Boulevard, 0.4 miles south of Ditmars Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
On the morning of June 15, 1904, the steamboat General Slocum caught fire in the East River with approximately 1,300 people on board, including many children. In the course of 20 minutes an estimated 1,021 people died. Prior to September 11, . . . — — Map (db m241295) HM
On 20th Road south of 35th Street, on the right when traveling south.
In this private cemetery are buried members of one of America's most distinguished families. The first Lawrence to be buried here was Major Thomas Lawrence in 1703 and the last was Miss Ruth Lawrence in 1956. The roster of family notables includes . . . — — Map (db m162550) HM
On 35th Avenue just east of 35th Street, on the right when traveling east.
Movie-Making History
The Frank Sinatra School of the Arts stands within the Kaufman Astoria Studios complex (formerly Paramount Studios) — a bustling center of movie-making with roots in the early 20th century. The complex is listed in the . . . — — Map (db m210049) HM
On Shore Boulevard, 0.1 miles south of Ditmars Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
This railroad with its East River Bridge and Viaduct approaches completed the direct connection, via New York City, between the Pennsylvania and New Haven Railroad systems and between New England states and the states lying west and south of the . . . — — Map (db m241293) HM
On 30th Avenue just west of 30th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Ancient Greek playwright, priest, politician and General of Athens.
His complete plays are Ajax, Antigone, Electra, Oedipus at Colonus, Oedipus Rex, Trachiniat, Philoctetes.
One word alone repays you for the labor of our . . . — — Map (db m210048) HM
On Shore Boulevard, 0.4 miles south of Ditmars Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his friends
Erected 1926 by the people of Long Island City
in honor of all their fellow-citizens who served in the World War 1914-1918 — — Map (db m241294) WM
On Totten Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
History
This park takes its name from the Civil War era fortress on the property. Originally referred to by its location on Willets Point, the Army officially named it for General Joseph Totten (1788-1864), following his demise in the Battle of . . . — — Map (db m65126) HM
On Corbett Road just east of 221st Street, on the left when traveling west.
The heavyweight boxing champion of the world in the 1890s lived here from 1903 to 1933, while pursuing a vaudeville and movie career. His good manners and dapper clothes earned him the nickname "Gentleman Jim". — — Map (db m193327) HM
On Rockaway Beach Boulevard just west of Beach 129th Street.
Honoring the Four Heroic Chaplains who gave their life jackets that four soldiers might live. The S. S. Dorchester was torpedoed February 3, 1943. As it sank the four were seen linked arm in arm, heads uplifted in prayer.
Lt G. L. Fox, . . . — — Map (db m101325) HM WM
Dedicated to the memory of John P McGonical Born October 31 1947 Died in the service of his country May 13 1968
Rest in God alone, my soul. He is the source of my soul. — — Map (db m57323) HM
Dedicated to the memory of U.S. Marine Lance Corporal
Michael D Glover "Semper Fi" Born January 19 1978 Died in the service of his country August 16 2006
"Your light will never go out" — — Map (db m57321) WM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Ave S, on the right when traveling north.
On “Lucy Day” August 31, 1964, Lucille Ball from the TV series “I Love Lucy” stood here beside this staircase for press photos. One such photo is shown on the right. She also entertained visitors on stage here in the pavilion as she did the “twist”, . . . — — Map (db m148241) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling north.
This tree trunk is our original thick-billed parrot nest!
Originally part of a downed tree, it was bought to Queens Zoo where a mated pair of our thick-bills enlarged the hollow, as they do in the wild, and successfully . . . — — Map (db m193607) HM
On Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east on Zoo Bridge.
The Queens Zoo originally opened in 1966. In 1992, a major reconstruction was completed and the zoo reopened under an agreement between the City of New York and the New York Zoological Society, a non-profit membership organization. — — Map (db m193543) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
Also known as the spectacled bear, Andean bears live high in the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains.
Range: Venezuela, Columbia, Ecuador, Bolivia, Peru
Zoos Play Matchmaker
The Queens Zoo works with other zoos to breed Andean . . . — — Map (db m193609) HM
Near Zoo Path north of United Nations Avenue South, on the right when traveling north.
Mostly Solitary
Andean bears usually travel and live alone, but sometimes come together in groups around a food source.
En general, son solitarios
Los osos andinos con fecuencia se desplazan y viven en . . . — — Map (db m239578) HM
On Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east on Zoo Bridge.
Why a zoo with North and South American animals?
The native wildlife of North and South American animals have been an important part of our history and culture for hundreds of years. Now, as people move into formerly wild areas, many of the . . . — — Map (db m193581) HM
On Zoo Zoo Path north of Zoo Bridge, on the right when traveling south.
Where the Buffalo Roamed
At one time, more than 60 million bison roamed the continent. During the 1800s they were hunted nearly to extinction. By 1889, fewer than 1,000 survived.
The Wildlife Conservation Society Steps . . . — — Map (db m193601) HM
On Meridian Road, 0.1 miles south of New York Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
"Black, Trans & Alive" is a project conceived to honor the life and contributions of Black trans femme community leaders and lovers centering care and humanity. This piece features (from left to right) Ceyenne Doroshow, Joela Rivera, . . . — — Map (db m193442) HM
Near Zoo Bridge east of Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
Logging and hunting wiped out thick-billed parrots in the southwestern United States. Today they face the same problems in Mexico. We're working to save this endangered species. — — Map (db m193603) HM
Near 111th Street north of 51st Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
This Canadian subspecies of the lynx is found throughout southern Canada and into the northern U.S. Lynch have been reintroduced in Europe and the U.S., repopulating many areas.
Range: Northern Regions of North America
Lynx or . . . — — Map (db m193585) HM
King Hussain of the Hachamite Kingdom of Jordan presented this 30 foot-high marble column to the New York World’s Fair Corporation and City of New York on the occasion of Jordan’s participation in the New York World’s Fair of 1964-65, held in . . . — — Map (db m108561) HM
Near United Nations Avenue North at Grand Central Parkway East, on the right when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
Despite years of extermination programs, the coyote remains one of North America's most successful predators. The coyote is usually a solitary hunter of insects, rodents and other small animals. Packs of coyotes will sometimes hunt deer or other . . . — — Map (db m193600) HM
Near Zoo Path south of United Nations Avenue North, on the right when traveling north.
How do coyotes communicate?
Coyotes yap, bark, wail, and howl at night to announce their presence. They can vary their pitch to make their groups sound much larger.
żCómo se comunican los coyotes?
Los coyotes . . . — — Map (db m239580) HM
On New York Avenue at Avenue of Commerce, on the left when traveling south on New York Avenue.
David Dinkins
The 106th Mayor of the City of New York and the first African-American to hold that position. Dinkins distinguished himself as an attorney, New York State Assemblyman, New York City Board of Elections President, City Clerk, . . . — — Map (db m108630) HM
Near 111th Street north of 53rd Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Of Mooving Importance
Throughout history and throughout the world, domestic cattle have been a source of food and many other products including leather. They also keep things moving on the farm by pulling carts.
That's . . . — — Map (db m193546) HM
Near 111th Street just north of 54th Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The Red Jungle Fowl, found in India and Southeast Asia, is the ancestor of today's domestic chickens. From ancient times, the chicken was used in religious ceremonies and was regarded as a fertility symbol.
Can You Guess: Wild or . . . — — Map (db m193574) HM
Near 111th Street near 54th Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The Good of Goats
Most likely domesticated between 8,000 and 7,000 BC, goats are bred for food, wool and other products.
That's Wild!
The wild bezoar goat is one of the ancestors of today's domestic goats. It . . . — — Map (db m193544) HM
Near 111th Street south of 53rd Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Who do you see in the horse exhibit?
Domestic horses vary greatly in size, from the tiny Falabella at 7 hands to the massive Shore horse at 17 hands (one hand = 4 inches).
Quarterhorse
The name refers to . . . — — Map (db m193569) HM
On New York Avenue at Avenue of the Americas, on the right when traveling west on New York Avenue.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park, today New York City’s second largest park, has risen like a phoenix from the ashes. The 1,255-acre open space was indeed an ash disposal heap in the early 20th Century, noted by F. Scott Fitzgerald in The Great . . . — — Map (db m148250) HM
On 111th Street at United Nations Avenue North, on the right when traveling north on 111th Street.
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, today New York City's second largest park, has risen like a phoenix from the ashes. The 1,255-acre open space was indeed an ash disposal heap in the early 20th Century, noted by F. Scott Fitzgerald in The Great . . . — — Map (db m239583) HM
On Zoo Path at Zoo Bridge, on the right when traveling north on Zoo Path. Reported unreadable.
The animal motifs for these fanciful bronze grillwork gates were designed by architects Clarke and Rapuana, and dating to 1960, were crafted by the Italian-born sculptor Albino Manca (1898-1976).
Following the New York World's Fair of . . . — — Map (db m193539) HM
Near 111th Street near 47th Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Mission
Titan II was a second-generation
intercontinental ballistic missile
with 2.5 times the payload of
the Atlas, making it ideal for the
two-person Gemini spacecraft.
Unlike Atlas, which had to be filled
with super-cold . . . — — Map (db m198994) HM
Near Avenue of Commerce west of Avenue of Progress, on the left when traveling north.
Front George Washington
First Master Masonic Lodge
Alexandria Virginia 1788
Rear Brotherhood
The foundation of
world peace
Erected by
The Grand Lodge P&AM
State of New York
with permission of the Grand Lodge of . . . — — Map (db m108559) HM
Near Avenue of the States at United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
A daily schedule of marching bands, orchestras, choruses, and dancers showcased the diverse cultural institutions of New York State and neighboring communities. A stage once stood directly ahead.
After the fair closed the pavilion became a . . . — — Map (db m148242) HM
On 107th Street south of 34th Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Louis Armstrong House
Has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of America — — Map (db m7070) HM
On Avenue of Science east of 111th Street, on the right when traveling north.
In 1971, Alan Shepard became the first (and only) person to play golf on the moon. How is golfing on the moon different from playing here on Earth?
The moon has only ⅙ the gravity of Earth, and no air or atmosphere to slow the . . . — — Map (db m239586) HM
On Avenue of Science north of 111th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Man on the Moon
The Dream
For centuries humans have gazed at the Moon and wondered how to get there. Until the space age the only way to go was in the imagination. Early science fiction authors used sailing ships, flocks of birds, . . . — — Map (db m239588) HM
Near 111th Street near 47th Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Mission
The Atlas intercontinental ballistic missile was the largest available
rocket for the Mercury program,
which was designed to put a human
into orbit at the earliest possible date.
The relatively small payload of the
Atlas . . . — — Map (db m198985) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
On the mezzanine visitors took a stroll through exhibits previewing New York State’s recreational areas, unusual industrial sites, scenic areas, and observed many informative exhibits.
Back on the first floor other exhibits feature fine art . . . — — Map (db m148243) HM
Near Zoo Path south of United Nations Avenue North, on the right when traveling north.
Also called Quaker Parakeets, legend has it that these natives of Argentina were introduced to Brooklyn when a shipping crate full of birds broke open at John F. Kennedy Airport in the late 1960s. — — Map (db m239582) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
This architectural marvel, built for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair, was designed by renowned architect Philip Johnson and consists of three sections – the observation towers, the Theaterama, and the “Tent of Tomorrow”.
Today you will have . . . — — Map (db m148244) HM
On Shea Road at Calvert Circle when traveling south on Shea Road.
Heads of State
who visited the
New York Worlds Fair
1939 - 1940
Herbert C. Hoover, USA •
Franklin D. Roosevelt, USA •
George VI, Great Britain •
Anastasio Somoza, Nicaragua
1964 - 1965
Herbert C. Hoover, USA •
Harry . . . — — Map (db m193429) HM
On Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the left when traveling north.
This plaque is dedicated to the memory of detectives
Joseph J. Lynch and Ferdinand A. Socha
Bomb and Forgery Squad
who were killed in the line of duty while examining a time bomb taken from the British Pavilion of the World's Fair in . . . — — Map (db m21514) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
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 . . . — — Map (db m148252) HM
Near 111th Street just south of 51st Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Our eagles were rescued and rehabilitated after unfortunate encounters with humans. Our female eagle, Claire, was hit by an airplane, while our male, Mel, was shot by a hunter. They remain unable to fly and cannot be released to the wild, so we are . . . — — Map (db m193583) HM
On Zoo Path, 0.2 miles north of Zoo Bridge, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
Our pumas are siblings that were orphaned in the wild at 6 weeks old. They were rescued by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and cared for by Utah's Hogle Zoo before coming to their permanent home at the Queens Zoo. We're proud to be part of a . . . — — Map (db m193594) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
Of the seven Andean bears born in North American zoos since 2013, five have been born at the Queens Zoo: Bjorn in 2016, Ben and Brienne in 2019, and our two new cubs. — — Map (db m193610) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
Of the seven Andean bears born in North American zoos since 2013, five have been born at the Queens Zoo: Bjorn in 2016, Ben and Brienne in 2019, and our two new cubs. — — Map (db m193612) HM
Near Zoo Bridge east of Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
Long Distance Migrators
Pronghorn in and around Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks have the longest migration route of any land mammal between Canada and Argentina. Each year they migrate close to 300 miles.
Pronghorn . . . — — Map (db m193602) HM
On Zoo Path, 0.2 miles Zoo Bridge, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
The puma is the largest cat in North America: some top 200 pounds. The puma has been forced out of much of its former range by humans.
Range: Sparsely distributed, mostly in western North America
Night Sight
Like most cats, . . . — — Map (db m193593) HM
On Zoo Path, 0.2 miles north of Zoo Gate, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
Pumas Can Live in Diverse Environments
The adaptable puma not only eats almost any kind of meat, it can live in many different kinds of places, from woods to tropical forests to deserts.
However, the big cat is no match for the . . . — — Map (db m193591) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
During the preservation work by the NY State Pavilion Project, several artifacts were discovered that tell the building’s history and construction. On display here are a few items.
The roofs of the observation decks were constructed of . . . — — Map (db m148253) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
The four round benches once served as planters for Sugar Maple trees, the official tree of New York State. The wall behind the benches was open to a cafeteria style serving area with counters and vending machines. Guests were able to warm their . . . — — Map (db m148245) HM
On Avenue of Science north of 111th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Come explore the rockets and spacecraft that helped win the space race. These vehicles were state-of-the-art space exploring machines at the time of the 1964-65 New York World's Fair, which was held on this site. Back then, the Space Age was less . . . — — Map (db m239587) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
The New York State Pavilion was reborn as the Roller Round roller skating rink in the early 1970’s. Thousands of people skated on the protected map floor and enjoyed music and a snack bar.
You are looking at a cart filled with actual skates . . . — — Map (db m148247) HM
On Avenue of Science north of 111th Street, on the right when traveling north.
These rockets and artifacts were a highlight of the 1964-65 New York World's Fair, representing the current and future technology on which America's hopes in the space race depended. Other space age attractions included computer and aerospace . . . — — Map (db m239592) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
The New York State Pavilion for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair is among the least mentioned works in accounts of Philip Johnson, but is one of his most futuristic and Avant-garde projects. Born in Cleveland, OH, July 8, 1906 and a graduate of . . . — — Map (db m148254) HM
On Meridian Road aka Perimeter Road, 0.1 miles west of Exit 22A (Interstate 495), on the left when traveling north.
This the site of the Vatican Pavilion was
authorized by POPE JOHN XXIII visited on October 4, 1965 by
POPE PAUL VI
during his mission of peace to
THE UNITED NATIONS
the building exhibited Michelangelo’s Pieta and
other art treasures . . . — — Map (db m189878) HM
On Zoo Path just south of United Nations Avenue North, on the right when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
Part of the Ecosystem
Coyotes help keep wild rodent populations in check, which is good for crops. They also scavenge on carcasses, which helps keep woods and fields clean.
Misunderstood
Although there is little . . . — — Map (db m193596) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
The New York State Pavilion served as a movie set for several films, TV programs, and a music video. Some of the productions shot here since the fair were “Men in Black”, "McCloud”, “Law and Order”, “CSI New York”, and “Iron Man II”. The pavilion . . . — — Map (db m148255) HM
On Avenue of the Americas south of United Nations Avenue North, on the left when traveling north.
The Unisphere, located at the center of the radial pathways in the northern half of Flushing Meadows Corona Park, was commissioned for the New York World's Fair of 1964-65. Designed by landscape architect Gilmore D. Clarke (1892-1982) in aluminum . . . — — Map (db m239575) HM
On United Nations Avenue South east of Avenue of the States, on the right when traveling east.
Just outside the Tent of Tomorrow is the circular concrete structure of the Theaterama. its outside wall exhibited pop art works by Andy Warhol including his controversial “Thirteen Most Wanted Men,” Roy Lichtenstein, and others. Inside, visitors . . . — — Map (db m148256) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
The last living parrot species native to the United States is now found only in mountain forests in northwestern Mexico. Thick-billed parrots are endangered. — — Map (db m193605) HM
On Avenue of the States at Perimeter Road, on the left when traveling north on Avenue of the States.
The time capsules deposited September 23, 1938 and October 16, 1965 by the Westinghouse Electric Corporation as a record of Twentieth Century civilization to endure for 5000 years — — Map (db m108628) HM
Near 111th Street just north of 54th Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Today there are about 200 different breeds of domestic chicken. Many of them are bred for eggs or meat or for both purposes, while other chickens are raised just for show. Most breeds come in two sizes: standard and bantam. Bantams are miniature . . . — — Map (db m193573) HM
Near Avenue of the States at United Nations Avenue North, on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated toward man's aspirations to Peace Through Understanding and symbolizing his achievements in an expanding universe.
Built and presented by the United States Steel Corporation (USS) to the New York World's Fair April 22, 1964. . . . — — Map (db m148366) HM
On Avenue of the States north of United Nations Avenue South, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated toward man's aspirations to Peace Through Understanding and symbolizing his achievements in an expanding universe.
Built and presented by the United States Steel Corporation (USS) to the New York World's Fair April 22, 1964. . . . — — Map (db m239572) HM
On Avenue of Africa north of United Nations Avenue South, on the left when traveling north.
Dedicated toward man's aspirations to Peace Through Understanding and symbolizing his achievements in an expanding universe.
Built and presented by the United States Steel Corporation (USS) to the New York World's Fair April 22, 1964. . . . — — Map (db m239573) HM
On Avenue of the Americas south of United Nations Avenue North, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated toward man's aspirations to Peace Through Understanding and symbolizing his achievements in an expanding universe.
Built and presented by the United States Steel Corporation (USS) to the New York World's Fair April 22, 1964. . . . — — Map (db m239574) HM
Near 111th Street north of 51st Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
In 1998, the Wildlife Conservation Society which operates this zoo, launched the Global Carnivore Program with the mission of learning more about carnivore biology in order to develop effective conservation strategies for key, endangered . . . — — Map (db m193587) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
The Wildlife Conservation Society's long-term field studies of the Andean bear have led to the development of protected areas throughout the bear's habitat along the slopes of the Andean mountains from Venezuela to Peru.
Field . . . — — Map (db m193613) HM
On Zoo Path just south of United Nations Avenue North when traveling east.
It's a geodesic dome and was originally the Winston Churchill Pavilion at the 1964 World's Fair.
This 175-foot-wide dome, an original display at the 1964 World's Fair here in Flushing, Queens, took only about a week to erect. It was one of . . . — — Map (db m193595) HM
Near Roosevelt Avenue near Grand Central Parkway. Reported missing.
The City of New York
Robert F. Wagner
Mayor
Abraham D. Beame
Comptroller
Paul R. Screvane
President of the Council
Mario J. Cariello
President, Borough of Queens
Robert . . . — — Map (db m17595) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
Beneath these stones is the 9,000 square-foot Texaco map of New York State made with 567 terrazzo mosaic panels, each weighing 440 pounds and the same size as the ones you are now standing on. It is a 4,000 times enlargement of the Texaco touring . . . — — Map (db m148248) HM
Near Avenue of the States south of United Nations Avenue S, on the right when traveling north.
You are standing in the “Tent of Tomorrow” designed to capture the feel of a modern state fair – thus the circus tent like red and white stripes. Its roof of multicolored translucent panels measures 350 feet by 250 feet and is suspended from a huge . . . — — Map (db m148249) HM
Near Zoo Bridge at Zoo Path, on the left when traveling east.
The Queens Zoo works with other U.S. zoos to monitor and coordinate breeding of these endangered birds, through a Species Survival Plan® (SSP) for thick-billed parrots.
To Breed or Not Too Breed
Since 2001, . . . — — Map (db m193604) HM
On 29th Street south of 39th Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
This site is a public garden which is maintained by neighborhood volunteers through GreenThumb. Founded in 1978, GreenThumb helps local residents transform vacant properties into attractive green spaces. If you want to join this garden, call (212) . . . — — Map (db m239598) HM
The gift you gave, the price you paid will never be forgotten, as surely as your life you gave, our gratitude is written; Inscribed today on history’s page for all to see, a lore of one who modeled courage, a hero’s legacy. — — Map (db m92537) HM WM
On 19th Road west of 19th Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This Colonial Dutch Farmhouse, probably built in 1729 by Abraham Lent. Grandson of Abraham Riker, is one of the oldest in New York City, in 1797 it became the property of the Rapeiye Family — — Map (db m200280) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The leaves and flowers are made into tea and can be eaten in salads, desserts, jellies and jams. Dried leaves and flowers are used in potpourri. Used medicinally to aid digestion, treat coughs, colds and fevers. Used by Native Americans in cooking . . . — — Map (db m228692) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Street, on the right when traveling south.
A strongly aromatic and bitter herb. The essential oil has powerful insect repellant properties. In the past dried branches were put in closets to repel moths. Dried leaves are used in sachets, potpourri and air fresheners. An essential oil from the . . . — — Map (db m228671) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The roots, leaves and flowers were used by traditional herbalists and Native Americans for generations. One of its main uses is to support a healthy immune system although many of its historical uses were related to topical applications. Effective . . . — — Map (db m228687) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Used medicinally by Native Americans to treat wounds (peeled leaf pads), warts (juice), and lung ailments (leaf pad tea). The fruits can be eaten raw and are often used in jellies. The leaf pad can be cut and cooked like okra or used to thicken . . . — — Map (db m228691) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The leaves and roots were used externally to treat burns and ulcers by the Catawba indians. Used internally for urinary and kidney inflammations; but also as a substitute for quinine in lowering fever. — — Map (db m228669) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The leaves and roots are used externally to treat psoriasis, eczema, skin irritations, muscular pain, sprains and fractured bones. In the past it was used internally to treat ulcers, colitis, bronchitis and coughs due to its relaxing effect on the . . . — — Map (db m228668) HM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Historically the leaf was used for its diuretic properties and to treat gout (a form of inflammatory arthritis). Used externally as an astringent infusion on the gums and also in the treatment of wounds. — — Map (db m228672) HM
On Main Street just north of Elder Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
A symbol of strength and renewal, this tree is dedicated to the victims and heroes of 9/11 and to the power of hope, healing, and community. — — Map (db m228656) WM
Near Main Street south of Dahlia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Conocer y Compartir - We Find Each Other is a series of four illuminated sculptures inspired by the lampposts from the 1964 New York World's Fair.
The sculptures feature screen printed artwork created with visitors to QBG in April . . . — — Map (db m228701) HM
On Northern Boulevard (New York State Route 25A) just east of Union Street, on the right when traveling east.
One-half block west of this marker stood the Aspinwall House, built by John Aspinwall in 1762. Aspinwall was a retired sea captain and a founder of St. George Church, located a few blocks away.
During the American Revolution, the house was . . . — — Map (db m193360) HM
On Bowne Street just south of 37th Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
About the House
The original Anglo-Dutch farmhouse was built before 1661 by John Bowne, an English settler in Flushing. Bowne is remembered for his successful defense of religious liberty in the face of persecution by Dutch Director General . . . — — Map (db m193357) HM
On Bowne Street just south of 37th Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
This house, built by John Bowne in 1661, featured prominently in the early struggle for religious freedom in America. It was the first place of worship for Flushing's Quakers, who were forbidden by Dutch governor Peter Stuyvesant to practice . . . — — Map (db m193358) HM
On Main Street at Northern Boulevard (New York State Route 25A), on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
This square, dedicated in 1943, is named for one of Flushing's most distinguished residents. Daniel Carter Beard (1850-1941) was a civil engineer, illustrator, and naturalist, and a founder of the Boy Scouts of America.
Born in Cincinnati . . . — — Map (db m193404) HM
On Northern Boulevard at Linden Place, in the median on Northern Boulevard.
Erected in memory of the Patriotic Volunteers from Flushing who sacrificed their lives in the War for the preservation of our Union 1861-1865 [ Side 2: ] Capt. Wm. Dermody Lieut. Emil Schubert --- Sgt. Wm. H. Teppy Sgt. Asa. Fowler --- . . . — — Map (db m43070) WM
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