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I do not foresee that atomic energy is to be a great boon for a long time, I have to say that for the present…

“I once loved a girl” – a Dylan lyric

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It was an iconic image – a musician walks through slush and fading winter light down Jones Street towards West Fourth in the Village with…

The Brewster Carriage Company

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This is a story that the late Alan Baum, whose father was a key employee of the Brewster Automobile Company, sent to the Greater Astoria…

Marcus Loew and Loew’s Theatres

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Marcus Loew was born to a poor Jewish family in New York City. He was forced to leave school at a young age and work…

The Woman Who Loved Words

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On March 21, 1951, Fed Astaire hosted the 23rd Academy Awards at the legendary RKO Pantages Theatre before an audience of Hollywood legends. Nominees for…

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Greater Astoria Historical Society has one of the largest collection of historic photos of Queens and New York City postcards in the world. Browse our collection and take trip back in time – who knows what you might find.

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Great Things Are Happening at Greater Astoria Historical Society

From walking tours jam-packed with forgotten knowledge to research projects using map digitization and spatial analysis — Greater Astoria Historical Society is helping to write history. Signup below for updates.

About Greater Astoria Historical Society

Greater Astoria Historical Society, founded in 1985 is the place to learn and celebrate Long Island City and its neighborhoods. Through education programs, exhibitions, the research library, our historic sites, and special events, GAHS offers New Yorkers and visitors to Queens a chance to connect with the heritage of Queens.