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Gourmet Tea for tea tastings. Or catch the bubble tea wave at branches of international powerhouses such as CoCo, Kung Fu, and Happy Lemon. Flushing, beyond the well-known Main Street, is truly a wonder to explore. Take an afternoon to walk around the neighborhood, making stops in Murray Hill to try an array of authentic Korean BBQ dishes at Hahm Ji Bach, or the Hindu Temple Society of North America, whose Temple Canteen is a well-kept secret for delicious dosas. In fact, Flushing has a rich history of multicultural diversity. As the birthplace of religious freedom, it is home to many houses of worship representing almost every faith. When you emerge from the Main Street station, marvel at the iconic St. George’s Episcopal Church with more than 300 years of history. Close by is the Quaker Meeting House – the oldest house of worship in New York City and a National Historic Landmark. Break the other direction and explore the magnificent Free Synagogue of Flushing with its beautiful dome and stained glass windows. Across the street from the Meeting House is Flushing Town Hall, once the center of government for an independent town, now an important center for the diversity and interweaving of immigrant arts. History buffs will be pleased to discover seven historic houses, many of which are within walking distance from one another. Stop by the Bowne House, Kingsland Homestead (the headquarters for the Queens Historical Society) and the Voelker Orth Museum, which has a beautiful Victorian garden and bird sanctuary. Another beloved landmark, the Lewis H. Latimer House Museum, celebrates the legacy of the African- American inventor who worked with Alexander Graham Bell on the telephone and Thomas A. Edison on the lightbulb. Come December, celebrate the festive season with an annual holiday historic house tour where each historic house offers tours, activities, crafts, seasonal displays and decorations. Apart from fascinating historic architecture and cultural programming, visitors come from around the region to shop for unique products and services. Roosevelt Avenue is well-known for beauty shops lining the streets. Flushing is a one-of-a-kind destination that brings people from all walks of life together to create a truly international vibe. For more recommendations and hidden gems, check out www. flushingfantastic.nyc. Editor’s note: The neighborhood’s fantastic restaurants, hotels, performance arts venues, and historic houses are in other sections. 64 QUEENS IN YOUR POCKET • www.itsinqueens.com.

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An Economic Snapshot of Flushing, Queens
An Economic Snapshot of Flushing, Queens Thomas P. DiNapoli Kenneth B. Bleiwas New York State Comptroller Deputy Comptroller Report 10-2012 September 2011 The neighborhood of Flushing, located in north- Highlights central Queens, has a rich history steeped in • The number of businesses in Flushing grew by religious tolerance and cultural diversity. Founded 37.6 percent between 2000 and 2009, compared in 1645, Flushing was the first permanent to 5.7 percent in the rest of the City. settlement in Queens. It is also considered the • Nearly 90 percent of the area’s businesses had birthplace of religious freedom in North America, fewer than ten employees, which was a much where settlers issued the “Flushing Remonstrance” higher rate than in the State and the nation. in 1657, defying Governor Peter Stuyvesant’s • The number of jobs in Flushing has grown every demand that the town expel Quakers and other year since 2005. religious groups. Today, there are more than 200 • houses of worship in Flushing, including the Old In 2010, Flushing added jobs at a rate of Quaker Meeting House (the oldest house of 3.1 percent, far outpacing the rest of Queens and the rest of the City. worship in New York State). • The largest employment sector is health care Beginning in the 1980s, a wave of immigration and social assistance. In 2010, this sector transformed Flushing into one of the most accounted for one-third of the neighborhood’s ethnically diverse communities in Queens, which jobs and more than 40 percent of its wages. is New York City’s most diverse borough.
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Education Programs 2014-2015 Come visit us and experience the history and nature we have to offer at the Voelker Orth Museum, Bird Sanctuary, and Victorian Garden. The Museum occupies a landmarked 1890s house and garden in Flushing, Queens , making it an engaging educational setting for your students. All of our programs feature hands-on activities that enrich this educational 2015) experience. The intimate setting allows for - us to give our full attention to one visiting class (up to 30 students) at a time. Amount Enclosed: $________________________ Enclosed: Amount Parking for a school bus is available in front 19 38th Avenue, Flushing NY 11354 NY Flushing 19 38th Avenue, of the Museum on 38th Ave. - Contact Person: __________________________________ Person: Contact ____________________________________________ Email: ___________ Students: # of _______________ Grade: A registration form is included on this flyer. Please submit payment in advance. A full 6227 or send an email to [email protected] to email send an 6227 or - refund is available for cancellations up to 15 Registration Form (2014 Form Registration days prior to the scheduled program. Through the experience of an immigrant If you have any questions, contact Deena family’s 1890s home, the Voelker Orth Muse- Bak or Urte Schaedle at 718-359-6227 or um, Bird Sanctuary and Victorian Garden email [email protected]. preserves and interprets the cultural and Voelker Orth Museum, 149 Museum, Orth Voelker horticultural heritage of Flushing, Queens and adjacent communities to engage their ever-changing populations. Questions? Call (718)359 Call Questions? Visit www.vomuseum.org for a full list of Voelker Orth Museum our programs and for more information Bird Sanctuary and Victorian Garden about the Museum.
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