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Historic New York: The General Slocum Disaster

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Astoria Park

Historic New York: 

The General Slocum Disaster

Sunday, June 7, 2015

1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

This historic walking tour will focus on the General Slocum disaster.  

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. It was the deadliest disaster at that time. Hear the full story about the General Slocum disaster and learn the outcomes it had for the future of boating safety.

 Astoria Park also allows visitors to experience a unique view of the East River.

Space is limited. Registration is required. 

To register, please visit  www.nyc.gov/parks/rangers/register on Wednesday, May 28th.

Location

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Astoria Park Lawn in Astoria Park 

Queens

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Location Details:
Exact meeting location will be announced to registered participants.

Cost

Free  

Event Organizer

Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(718) 352-1769

Historic New York: The General Slocum Disaster

Date and Time of Program	Location	Registration Information
Sunday, June 7, 2015 1:00 pm– 2:30 pm	Astoria Park 718-352-1769	Online registration takes place on Thursday, May 28, 2015 30 spots

Astoria: A Once and Future Village - LIC history [Janeswalk.org]

Astoria: A Once and 

Future Village

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Come to a @janeswalk in #Astoria http://t.co/ksbgNzKzrr
— Astoria Hist Society ( @LIChistory ) April 27, 2015

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Since Adrien Block, who 400 years ago rounded the Astoria Peninsula and, after he was the first to spy sunshine dancing on the water dubbed the place “The Bright Passage” (‘Helle Gat’ in Dutch), people have fallen in love with “Old Astoria Village.” 

It has a strong sense of the past, where a 17th century farm’s gardens and orchards are outlined by streets older than Wall Street - and roads were first blazed by Native Americans. Here was the Astoria Ferry, Manhattan’s first gateway to Queens, and a place where mansion-lined shores foretold Newport, Rhode Island, a generation later. 

It is the largest community in NYC without any protection. Walk through the past with guide Richard Melnick, the leading authority on Old Astoria Village. Now lets change our focus! 

The area stands at the cusp of change with a large development project led by the Durst Organization now in the planning stages. Ryan Donaldson, Manager of Heritage & Information Services, for Durst will discuss their history, interest in Queens and the Halletts Point site, and their current development plans. 

At the tour’s end, think about what you have seen and share your ideas with each other on how Astoria Village, Old and New, can enhance each other by working together.

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Walk Stops
1. Astoria Park

We'll meet here on the southwest corner of the park. Indian Village site, Linden Brook.

2. Brenner House
Built in the 1840s, it was dubbed "Rosemont" from its beautiful gardens.
3. Trowbridge House
Merchant William Trowbridge built this home in 1852
4. Craig Bayliss House
Dr Bayliss built this house sometime in the 1840s. Nicknamed "Tara" after its restoration.

5. Chamberlain-Taylor House
Built in the 1840s by an Astoria doctor; a rare brick construction in the community.
6. Robert Blackwell House
When built (1840s) columns were freestanding.
7. St George Church
Second building (1904) parish established in the 1820s.

8. Reformed Church of Astoria
Third building (1888) with second building (1850s) behind as community house. Oldest congregation.
9. Welling Court
Older than Wall Street, some buildings on the western end may date from the 1700s.

10. Hallett Family
First permanent settlement dates from 1652. Local roads conform to farm lanes.
11. Durst Organization
This is the area in the heart of the new planned development. End of Tour


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— NYT Magazine (@NYTmag) April 22, 2015

Historic New York: Astoria Park Highlights [ Dec 07 ]

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Historic New York: 

Astoria Park Highlights

1:00 p.m.
Location: Astoria Pool Deck (in Astoria Park)

Free!
Historic New York: Astoria Park Highlights
Saturday, December 7, 2013
1:00 p.m.  

Urban Park Rangers specialize in interpretation of historic turning points, both natural and man-made, in our city’s long history.
All programs are historic walking tours unless otherwise noted. Certain popular programs have limited space and may require registration.

Astoria Pool Deck

Directions to this location
Meet at the lot on Hoyt Avenue and 19th Street.
Cost Free

Event Organizer
Urban Park Rangers

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Contact Number
(718) 846-2731
CategoriesEducation, History, Waterfront

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Urban Park Rangers   

The Urban Park Rangers connect New Yorkers to the natural world through environmental education, outdoor recreation, wildlife management and active conservation.

For over 30 years the Urban Park Rangers have helped New Yorkers of all ages to discover the great outdoors, uncovering the natural wonders that exist right here in their own backyard.
With a NYC Park Ranger as your ambassador to the natural world, you can experience the marvels of an urban ecosystem. NYC Park Rangers welcome school children and their teachers through The Natural Classroom, high school students through the Ranger Conservation Corps, families and adults through Weekend Adventures, and groups looking for team building opportunities through the Adventure Course and Custom Adventures.
NYC Park Rangers serve all levels of interest from the novice to the seasoned nature lover. No matter which activity you choose, the Urban Park Rangers will help you get in touch with the Big Apple’s wild side. Adventure, discovery, and the natural world are just blocks away.

Astoria, Queens: Past and 2009 [youtube]

Astoria, Queens: Past and 2009

Uploaded on Dec 29, 2009
Video collage documenting the history of Astoria, Queens compiled for an immigration research project by LaGuardia Community College student Jason Riggs.

Category Education

Established in 1982, the LaGuardia and Wagner Archives collects, preserves and makes available materials relating to the history of New York City in the twentieth century and beyond, with an emphasis on the Mayoralty, The Council of the City of New York and the Borough of Queens. The Archives, located at La Guardia Community College/CUNY, is the repository of the Papers of Mayors Fiorello H. LaGuardia, Robert F. Wagner, Abraham D. Beame and Edward I. Koch, the records of The Council of the City of New York, the New York City Housing Authority

•  laguardiawagnerarchive.lagcc.cuny.edu

Astoria - LIC history 1913 / Oct [GAHS]

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NYC Then/Now: 

The history of the park begins in October 1913, when the park was called the William J. Garner Park. In December of that year, it was renamed to Astoria Park. At the beginning of the park’s history, the surrounding Astoria area was occupied by mostly Irish and Italian immigrants. After the boom of Greek immigrants in the 1960s, Astoria park became a cultural center for Greek and Italian people.

The new facility was equipped with two playgrounds, six tennis courts, an athletic field, three baseball diamonds, a wading pool, bandstand, comfort station and walks throughout. In 1926 community members gathered to dedicate the Astoria Park Memorial in tribute to the sons of Long Island City who died in World War I. Major improvements in Astoria Park were undertaken by Parks Commissioner Robert Moses and the Works Progress Administration during the summer of 1936. ...

Annual Halloween Tour

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Sat Oct 19, 12:00 pm

Celebrate the spirits of Halloween as we share the stories and legend of this historic waterway.  Join us for a tour of murder and mystery along the Long Island City waterfront.
Our walk will take place along the treacherous East River as tales are told of those lost long ago among the churning whirlpools and electric eels.
Hear about the eerie goings-on in the area, from the history of the Hell Gate, the sinking of the HMS Hussar and the General Slocum, and events in and around the East River and Old Astoria Village.
Start under the Hell Gate Bridge in Astoria Park (Shore Blvd.) and walk along the waterfront to Socrates Sculpture Park (where you may find some more ghosts and goblins!)
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RAIN OR SHINE.
$20 ...