Office of the Queens Borough President, New York City Local Government
   Queens Borough President, Helen M. Marshall  

CULTURAL AFFAIRS:
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Culture in Queens
 
The Auditorium at Flushing Town Hall. Photo by Dominic Totino
The Auditorium at
Flushing Town Hall
 

The Arts: So much to do and see!
There is so much going on in Queens that our Cultural Section is divided into three parts:

Queens Poet Laureate
Every three years the Boro President appoints a Queens resident as Poet Laureate. This
3-year honorary position helps to celebrate Queens through Poetry.
Click here for more info.

The following information relates to the 2010 application process, which has passed.

The Arts
Queens has a variety of cultural activities to chose from, and many offer a glimpse into a way of life beyond our shores.

Maps: Neighborhoods & Attractions
Queens is a county rich with history, ethnic diversity and cultural attractions. To explore the terrain, review these maps.

Is your neighborhood an Historic Cultural Area? The Historic Districts Council has published a guide to show you how to make your neighborhood a designated historic area. For more information, visit:

The Historic Districts Council
232 East 11th Street
New York NY 10003
tel: 212-614-9107 fax: 212-614-9127
web: www.hdc.org
email: hdc@hdc.org

Flushing Remonstrance: 350th Year Anniversay
Speaking of History, if ever there was a time to recall the basis of one of our most cherished ideals it is now. Freedom of Religion was one of the goals sought in the Flushing Remonstrance, a document signed by 29 courageous souls back in 1657. Several events are planned during the year leading up to December 27 - the date of the actual signing.
Click here for more info.

Resources
The Resources Page lists public and private organizations to help you locate a special venue, take the kids on a day trip, find classes to enhance your creative abilities, find an audience for your production, or find yourself!

Getting Around New York City
Did you know there is now a service called HopStop that can help you figure out the best way to get from Point A to Point B taking public transportation? Set up for major cities, check out the service for New York City. It's got shopping, attractions, restaurants ... and more!
  See HopStop Now >>

Queens Guide Book
Long-time Queens expert Ellen Freudenheim has written a guide book for our wonderfully diverse borough, entitled (what else) Queens!
  http://www.queensguidebook.com

If you are a tourist, please be sure to visit the DISCOVER QUEENS site for help and ideas. Enjoy!

 


Free Events 
in Queens 


Looking for some FREE
(or almost free) FUN? So much is happening in the Boro... click here for the latest list.

 


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