Author Talk with Rob MacKay: Historic Houses of Queens
Thu, Nov 14
|Bayside Historical Society
Renowned community journalist Rob MacKay joins BHS for an intriguing exploration of the historically significant homes in Queens and the notable individuals who once resided in them.
Time & Location
Nov 14, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Bayside Historical Society, 208 Totten Ave, Queens, NY 11359, USA
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About The Event
Part of Bayside Historical Society's Author Talk at the Castle Series
Cost: $10.00 for BHS members; $15.00 for non-members
Queens, New York, has a rich history filled with numerous impressive houses that have not received much publicity. These homes, ranging from farmsteads to mansions, seaside retreats, and architecturally significant community dwellings, were once owned by various notable figures including America's forefathers, nouveau riche industrialists, Wall Street tycoons, and prominent African American entertainers of the Jazz Age. The borough also has a musical legacy, with famous artists like Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, James Brown, Ella Fitzgerald, and Lena Horne having roots in Queens. The book Historic Houses of Queens delves into these remarkable residences through over 200 photographs, exploring their architecture, former owners, surrounding communities, unique features, and the varied fates of some that disappeared due to financial troubles or fires.
About the author: Rob MacKay is a longtime, award-winning community journalist who currently works for the Queens Economic Development Corporation. He authored Historic Houses of Queens and Famous People of Queens, and also operates various social media channels that promote local restaurants, shops, and tourism attractions.
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Tickets
General admission, BHS member
Author Talk with Rob MacKay: Historic Houses of Queens
$10.00General admission, non-member
Author Talk with Rob MacKay: Historic Houses of Queens
$15.00
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