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.

Greater Astoria Historical Society

THE PAST IS TANGIBLE

THE PRESENT IS NOW

THE FUTURE IS TOMORROW

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 3 at 7 PM
Take a Virtual Walk in Mott Haven with Kevin Walsh

Webmaster of the Legendary Website
FORGOTTEN NEW YORK!

December 14 at 7 PM
An evening with Kyle Hurst – Founder of BIG aLICe BREWING Co.

Notable people and events in the

Timeline of Queens.

The Newspaper of Record for the communities of Long Island City from the 1880s to the 1960s.

Past Notable People and Events from the Borough of Queens.

Social Media

ABOUT US

Through education programs, exhibitions,

a research library, exhibits, and special events,

GAHS offers residents and visitors

a chance to connect with our community,

the Borough of Queens and New York City.

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