I went here when I was in middle school and took my son who enjoys stacking. This museum is very…read moreinteractive for kids of all ages.

Three stars or so…read more This science museum is mainly catered to children. Most of the exhibits are interactive and hands on, which is cool but I don't think it's a museum to visit as an adult without kids. I also think they don't have many exhibits and some of them were closed. I did like the math exhibit they had. IMO, the price of entry is a little too expensive for what you get. But it's a great place for families with younger kids.

The Queens Museum was a delightful surprise! We were just going to visit to kill time between…read morelanding at LaGuardia (another delightful surprise!) and our check in time in Midtown Manhattan, but it ended up being a highlight of our trip. The Queens Museum is in the same park that the World's Fair was held in both 1939 and 1964. The park is fantastic and it's fun to take photos in front of the Unisphere. The entry fee for the museum is optional but I paid the suggested $8 per head and thought it was worth it - the museum does not have a lot of exhibits but what is there is super interesting! The main attraction is the giant Panorama of the City of New York. It's a continually updated map of the city with buildings and even tiny scale model airplanes taking off and landing. The lights in the room brighten and dim to simulate day and night, and during nighttime, the lights in the buildings come on. Only Far Rockaway was left off the map due to space considerations. I am a map geek, so this was heaven for me! They also have a room with memorabilia from both World's Fairs, and map of the 1964 World's Fair that is similar to, but smaller than, the Panorama. There is a great exhibition on Tiffany glass lamps. Not only was the display of lamps absolutely gorgeous, the information about the history of the glassworks in Queens (a factoid I was not aware of!) and the process for making the glass was fascinating. Less interesting to me, but fascinating to Larry, was the relief map of the NYC water supply system. The Queens Museum is absolutely a great stop if you are in the area!

Beautiful space! I haven't been back in a while. When my kids were young and in elementary school…read morethey also had their artwork shown here. That day there were also beautiful artwork from kids who are so talented! We had an event there and it was a beautiful bright space for event. We got a tour of the panorama of nyc which is a favorite and there's a new exhibit of the world fair which was really cool. Would love to return.

I'm so obsessed with this place! After going to Brooklyn Botanical Garden, I had low expectations…read morefor the one in Queens but I was blown out the water. There's a $6 entrance fee which is a lot cheaper than other botanical gardens in the City but also the size of the garden is also a lot smaller. Here are some of my favorite parts of the garden: - I love how many different types of seating they had throughout. I could imagine myself here writing in my diary while experiencing all the different views. - Although the place is very small, I really enjoyed all the little gardens they have to emulate different environments like the small woodland (aka Pacific Northwest) type environment. I thought it was all very cute. - I absolutely adored the promenade near the visitor center as it was lined with tulips. - And most importantly, if you have allergies and forget to bring a mask - go to the storefront and the visitor center because they actually have masks for you! What a life saving moment. Overall great botanical garden! You can probably complete the whole experience within 1 hour but its great if you want a break from eating at Downtown Flushing.

Pretty place to hang out to get away from the noise on the street…read more Not as impressive as Brooklyn, but it is relaxing. They have a wedding garden you can rent The roses were lovely. They didn't have a lot of interactive displays & it was sometimes hard to find & read the plant identifiers. Still, on a nice day, it's a welcome respite.

Worth going out to Flushing for…read more I was the only person on an excellent docent-led tour which lasted approximately 45 minutes. She was well-informed, conversational, and taught me a lot about something that I knew very little about on my arrival. I am a more informed New Yorker because of it. Bowne's house and family history are interesting, complicated, and hopeful - with lessons still (unfortunately) applicable today. Highly recommended.

John Bowne (1657-1695) was a Peaceful Warrior for Religious Freedoms…read more John Bowne was a English Quaker immigrant. Who came to Flushing in 1661 searching for a place to worship without fear or intimidation. Hi everyone and welcome to historical Flushing New York. Flushing is a very old town indeed. Everywhere you look are towering Oak and pine trees hundreds of years old. Some of the buildings also stretch back into inntiquity. Straight back to our Native American caretakers. My grandmother would tell me the way Flushing was at one time, a different community. With a totally different vibe but still a vibrant diverse community. Flushing during grandmother's time , was complete with Dance halls, restaurants & department stores. But one thing remains constant in Flushing, religious freedom. Flushing was founded by those who were religiously persecuted. Our American ancestors were brave souls who traveled 1000 miles on Wooden Ships put together with hope, spit and tar. This harrowing Journey would take place on vessels without modern conveniences, navigation or guarantee of safe arrival. These huddled masses of religious pioneers came to our country to find a place where they could find their path to "The House of God". To search for a place to live and worship, a land without bigotry, repression, or fear. This was the path that John Bowne traveled. His family came to live in this small wooden house just steps from my own. I would pass this common little structure during is renovations. And learned of its former inhabitants. A tangible station of the Underground Railroad. The John Bowne house is surrounded by beautiful fruit bearing trees and birds that sing as if John and his family still lived here. 9 generations of John Bowne's Family Lived and spread the word of God and religious freedom from under this roof. In 1945 the structure and property were donated to "The Bowne Historical Society." In 1657 The Flushing Remonstrance petitioned Flushing's ruling Dutch government to permit religious freedoms and allow the practice of the Quaker worship. The Flushing Remonstrance petition is believed to be the Cornerstone of our American religious freedoms guaranteed in our Bill of Rights. Wow, who knew? People are allowed to worship in here in the United States in the manner we choose because of the vision and dreams and prayers. That traveled into the heavens from this small humble plot. I very much recommend reading the other reviews posted concerning this site, as they will contain additional information. Thanks again for stopping by folks. My grandmother would always tell me.. "There are many paths to the house of God". JIM D

Our visit was absolutely delightful. This house is so beautiful, and seeing it gave us a…read morefascinating insight into the life and legacy of an icon. The museum is wonderfully curated, the house is lovingly preserved, and the staff are so kind. Our tour was illuminating, led by the very passionate and knowledgeable Sam. This was such a cool experience, highly recommend for anyone interested in jazz or local history! It was a fantastic way to celebrate Valentine's Day.

I always loved Louis and I had no idea he lived in Queens let alone there was a museum. A friend…read moreknew about it and we went along for the experience. This is truly a hidden gem. Walking through his home you can feel his presence. They play actual voice recordings of him and his wife. The museum has beautiful pictures, information and some interactive content. Next to his house there is a beautiful courtyard that has concerts during the spring and summer months. Check the website calendar for the events. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly.

Love the beautiful museum inside and outside. Very very well kept and the history of the home is…read morequite amazing. Hope everyone visits the museum and learn the history of there NYC.

Beautiful gardenand friendly staff. Getty too know the Voelker family. They also have events here…read moreand concerts. It's a good place to get involved with the community. Mera's Tip: educate

I love the Queens Historical Society and the Kingsland Homestead for various reasons. First of all,…read morethey preserve and celebrate the borough's history and heritage in fascinating, entertaining and enriching ways. For those who don't know, Kingsland Homestead is a preserved colonial farmhouse and the second oldest house in Queens. It is also headquarters for the Queens Historical Society, which maintains the world's only museum of Queens history and a wide-ranging library and archives, including online teaching aids on slavery and the Underground Railroad in New York City. These two entities stimulate my love of history, architecture and antiques because they spearhead educational programs, curate exhibitions, publish a quarterly newsletter, and offer lectures, programs and slide presentations on subjects relating more than 300 years of history. Finally, the grounds are beautiful and located in a neighborhood called "Flushing," which has more Asian restaurants that Manhattan's Chinatown. So I can always head to a great, cheap, authentic restaurant after visiting. Here's the back story. The Kingsland Homestead was built in 1785 by original resident Charles Doughty, the son of a wealthy Quaker. The two-story estate became "Kingsland" after Doughty's son-in-law, Joseph King, a British sea captain, bought the property in 1801. Kingsland's first floor includes a 1,350-square-foot space where the society organizes exhibitions and lectures. The second-floor parlor is designed in a Victorian style with lacework and a plethora of items (i.e. notebooks, eyeglasses) that former inhabitants used. The house has a gambrel roof, a crescent-shaped window in a side gable, a Federal-period chimney piece with an iron Franklin stove, and a Dutch-style front door. Shingles fill the exterior, except on the west side, which features flush boarding and clapboards. The Queens Historical Society is based in the homestead. The society spearheads educational programs, exhibitions, and a research center. It publishes a quarterly newsletter and offers lectures, programs, and slide presentations on subjects relating more than 300 years of history. The house is in Weeping Beech Park. About two acres in size, the park had a 60-foot-high weeping beech from 1847 until 1998. For a long time, the tree had city landmark status and it is believed to be the original source for all weeping beeches in the United States.

This wonderful treasure of a house from 1774 currently has a charming exhibit on toys, a period…read moreVictorian room upstairs and a terrific gift shop with interesting and inexpensive items plus great selection of books dedicated to many neighborhoods of Queens. Be sure to check out the cool weeping beech tree behind the house.

I always check out this spot when visiting New York! Parking is incredibly easy and the area is…read morevery open and perfect for picnics or just relaxing with friends or family. There's also a very cool museum nearby!

It's the Eiffel Tower of Queens! Like the Eiffel Tower it was constructed for a World's Fair…read more(1964). If you are ever in Corona Park or Citi Field, it's worth stopping by to snap a selfie. In the middle of the day in the middle of the week, there was almost no one around.

Are you spending your Saturday afternoon in Flushing Meadows Park or Citi Field and found yourself…read morecraving for more of that Queens energy, and most importantly, craving for more of that diverse food scene? Well, then head on over to the Queens Night Market? Although there seems to be some kind of food festival popping up each weekend across the city, the vibe and diverse food scene here is still unmatched! The food selection has grown exponentially since I last visited over five years ago, making it easier for visitors to sample international bites all in one place. Moreover, the prices remained reasonable with most items under $8. On this visit, we tried the egg-shaped waffles stuffed with Nutella and custard, the Burmese pancakes stuffed with meat, the Venezuelan corn pancake stuffed with beef and mozzarella, and some Hainanese chicken with rice. Most of these items were delicious and the standout were the Burmese stuffed pancakes. The portions, although small, are still good enough for sharing. If you need more reasons to visit, they are also showing World Cup games here when we visited. You can have your watch party with great food options! The service is usually quite quick despite some long lines.

Queens Night Market continues to be a great place to sample ethnic cuisine from around the world…read more Our favorites for the 2026 Night Market are the Syrian Booza from Hanina Sweets and Coconut Curry Ramen from Burmese Bites, both $6 each. Others: - Pastel de Nata from Joey Bats Café: $4 per egg tart. Good, though it doesn't beat the ones found in Lisbon, Portugal. - Beef Pepperpot from Lexie's Caribbean Cuisine: OK. $6 buys a rather large serving for the price. The dish is flavorful, but the cuts of meat used run a bit tough. - Beef Meat Pie from Soronko Kitchen and Bakery: $6. OK. Could use more flavor than the included Cholula hot sauce packet provided. - Beef Gyro from Enfes NYC: $6. Good, balanced. On the other hand, we didn't like their grape leaves ($5), which we thought were too tart. The logistics of the Night Market have changed slightly since my initial review in 2019. It is still better to take mass transit, as there is no longer free parking in the adjacent parking lot operated by New York Hall of Science. It is difficult but possible to find metered and unmetered street parking in the neighborhood.

The volunteer department is so poorly run by inept and unprofessional staff, that they should be…read moreembarrassed. It's like dealing with a bunch of teenagers who do not want to be held accountable and not want to own up to their mistakes. They do not stand by advertised requirements and will arbitrarily dismiss volunteers when they have exceeded their quota but only after volunteers (and families) have committed time and good faith to the event. There is a serious lack of transparency with capturing hours and someone really needs to conduct a thorough audit of their system. Save yourselves the grief and trouble and volunteer with another organization that is worthier and willing to treat volunteers with respect and not like disposable garbage.

We were a vender for an event there! Great place. Very clean bathrooms. Only complaint was ac was…read morenot working well and it was extremely hot and humid.