The Woodhaven Artist Studio Guidebook
Food scene
Among the oldest and most historic bars in the country, Neir’s Tavern is located in the Woodhaven area of Queens in New York City, near the Brooklyn border. Over 190 years old, it is one of the few old drinking establishments that have been in almost continuous operation (Prohibition notwithstanding) and in the same location, for its entire history. Neir’s is known as the tavern where as a child, Mae West used to dance (and possibly first performed) in the ballroom, which featured a wooden balcony with small hotel rooms around the upper walls, similar to the Wild West dancehalls of the movies and television.
Robert Dinero in the film Goodfellas at Neir’s Tavern (1990)
It has also gained fame as the bar in which the classic Martin Scorsese film, Goodfellas, starring Robert DeNiro, Joe Pesci, Ray Liotta and Lorraine Bracco, was filmed. Tower Heist, a movie starring Ben Stiller, Eddie Murphy, Tea Leoni & Alan Alda was filmed here in the fall of 2013.
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Neir's Tavern
87-48 78th StAmong the oldest and most historic bars in the country, Neir’s Tavern is located in the Woodhaven area of Queens in New York City, near the Brooklyn border. Over 190 years old, it is one of the few old drinking establishments that have been in almost continuous operation (Prohibition notwithstanding) and in the same location, for its entire history. Neir’s is known as the tavern where as a child, Mae West used to dance (and possibly first performed) in the ballroom, which featured a wooden balcony with small hotel rooms around the upper walls, similar to the Wild West dancehalls of the movies and television.
Robert Dinero in the film Goodfellas at Neir’s Tavern (1990)
It has also gained fame as the bar in which the classic Martin Scorsese film, Goodfellas, starring Robert DeNiro, Joe Pesci, Ray Liotta and Lorraine Bracco, was filmed. Tower Heist, a movie starring Ben Stiller, Eddie Murphy, Tea Leoni & Alan Alda was filmed here in the fall of 2013.
Great sandwich and hot dinner meals around the corner, though short hours, 8am-4pm Tuesday thru Saturday, but worth the effort to stop, maybe a grab a lunch for a day in Manhattan adventure kinda thing.
Manor Delicatessen
9412 Jamaica AvenueGreat sandwich and hot dinner meals around the corner, though short hours, 8am-4pm Tuesday thru Saturday, but worth the effort to stop, maybe a grab a lunch for a day in Manhattan adventure kinda thing.
AWESOME bagels. Another great, affordable, grab lunch and jump on the train to Manhattan for the day.
Bagel Bin
8610 Jamaica AveAWESOME bagels. Another great, affordable, grab lunch and jump on the train to Manhattan for the day.
Great place off the LIRR, hence a short Uber ride back to the studio, but worth the dinner and a stroll around the beautiful neighborhood of Kew Gardens.
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Austin's Ale House
82-70 Austin StreetGreat place off the LIRR, hence a short Uber ride back to the studio, but worth the dinner and a stroll around the beautiful neighborhood of Kew Gardens.
Rockaway Beach Surf Club is a cultural event space, restaurant, and bar devoted to promoting the love of surfing, conserving the environment, and supporting its local neighborhood. Unique to Rockaway Beach is the convergence of surf and urban culture. Our mission is to inspire the community and its residents through surfing and be a fun and positive destination for visitors to the peninsula.
We believe in supporting everything the community has to offer…including the work of artists, writers, musicians, and all lovers of surf and beach. In 2012, Rockaway Beach Surf Club led the on-ground recovery efforts following Hurricane Sandy and will continue to be a leader in the community for years to come.
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Rockaway Beach Surf Club
302 Beach 87th StRockaway Beach Surf Club is a cultural event space, restaurant, and bar devoted to promoting the love of surfing, conserving the environment, and supporting its local neighborhood. Unique to Rockaway Beach is the convergence of surf and urban culture. Our mission is to inspire the community and its residents through surfing and be a fun and positive destination for visitors to the peninsula.
We believe in supporting everything the community has to offer…including the work of artists, writers, musicians, and all lovers of surf and beach. In 2012, Rockaway Beach Surf Club led the on-ground recovery efforts following Hurricane Sandy and will continue to be a leader in the community for years to come.
Caracas Arepa Bar is devoted to the pleasure of homemade Venezuelan food. Since 2003 we have been dedicated to the idea of a space where authentic quality food converges with the eclectic vibe of our city.
What began as a small arepa store front in the East Village has paved the path to our full service Williamsburg, Brooklyn restaurant, and a beachside arepa outpost in Rockaway Beach, Queens. The Williamsburg location boasts a large dining room, outdoor patio space and a full cocktail bar we call, Roneria Caracas. Roneria essentially means “Rum Bar”, and a rum bar we are! With over 40 rums from Central America, South America and the Caribbean Islands, we are always coming up with something new for you to try in our Brooklyn location. Our Rockaway Beach location opened in 2011 and is the newest member of the Caracas Arepa Bar family. The Rockaway location is seasonal, open mid-May through September. Come by and see us at the beach all summer long and enjoy your arepa in it’s natural environment: beachside!
Our secret is consistency. It starts with a great deal of attention to choosing quality ingredients, and a lot of love for the craft of bringing the best of Venezuelan food to every table. No matter where you come from, whether you are part of the family or a first-time guest, you will feel the warmth of our dedication through the joy of our meals.
We are not a fast food joint, and certainly not a "Nuevo Latino" restaurant. From the beginning, we have been driven by a combination of nostalgia, entrepreneurship, and authenticity. Our passion is our craft and our pleasure is being able to share it with you.
Caracas Arepa Bar is only possible thanks to the dedication of its team led by native Venezuelans, Maribel Araujo and Aristides Barrios.
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Caracas Arepa Bar (Summer Only)
106-01 Shore Front PkwyCaracas Arepa Bar is devoted to the pleasure of homemade Venezuelan food. Since 2003 we have been dedicated to the idea of a space where authentic quality food converges with the eclectic vibe of our city.
What began as a small arepa store front in the East Village has paved the path to our full service Williamsburg, Brooklyn restaurant, and a beachside arepa outpost in Rockaway Beach, Queens. The Williamsburg location boasts a large dining room, outdoor patio space and a full cocktail bar we call, Roneria Caracas. Roneria essentially means “Rum Bar”, and a rum bar we are! With over 40 rums from Central America, South America and the Caribbean Islands, we are always coming up with something new for you to try in our Brooklyn location. Our Rockaway Beach location opened in 2011 and is the newest member of the Caracas Arepa Bar family. The Rockaway location is seasonal, open mid-May through September. Come by and see us at the beach all summer long and enjoy your arepa in it’s natural environment: beachside!
Our secret is consistency. It starts with a great deal of attention to choosing quality ingredients, and a lot of love for the craft of bringing the best of Venezuelan food to every table. No matter where you come from, whether you are part of the family or a first-time guest, you will feel the warmth of our dedication through the joy of our meals.
We are not a fast food joint, and certainly not a "Nuevo Latino" restaurant. From the beginning, we have been driven by a combination of nostalgia, entrepreneurship, and authenticity. Our passion is our craft and our pleasure is being able to share it with you.
Caracas Arepa Bar is only possible thanks to the dedication of its team led by native Venezuelans, Maribel Araujo and Aristides Barrios.
Open year round, this beachside hideaway sits nestled at the foot of Crossbay bridge, with panoramic waterfront views and breathtaking sunsets. Offering a casual dining experience that fits in naturally with the picturesque surroundings, Bungalow Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place to relax with family and friends. With an outdoor deck and tiki bar it is home to frozen drinks, live music, and DJs every weekend. Whether you arrive by boat, car, on foot or by bicycle once you discover Bungalow Bar & Restaurant you will find yourself returning again and again. At Bungalow Bar, diners go for delicious food, and stay for the beach views, beautiful sunsets and, of course, the fantastic cocktails.
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Bungalow Bar
377 Beach 92nd StOpen year round, this beachside hideaway sits nestled at the foot of Crossbay bridge, with panoramic waterfront views and breathtaking sunsets. Offering a casual dining experience that fits in naturally with the picturesque surroundings, Bungalow Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place to relax with family and friends. With an outdoor deck and tiki bar it is home to frozen drinks, live music, and DJs every weekend. Whether you arrive by boat, car, on foot or by bicycle once you discover Bungalow Bar & Restaurant you will find yourself returning again and again. At Bungalow Bar, diners go for delicious food, and stay for the beach views, beautiful sunsets and, of course, the fantastic cocktails.
The Finback Brewery is one of a small handful of Queens microbreweries. They give tours and offer great food and a fun seating area to enjoy the afternoon.
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핀백브루어리
78-01 77th AveThe Finback Brewery is one of a small handful of Queens microbreweries. They give tours and offer great food and a fun seating area to enjoy the afternoon.
Best hand-made chocolates!! A must visit!!! Literally across Jamacia Avenue, one block and mention my name, Jennifer, I bet you'll leave with a chocolate pop...hehe
Schmidt's Candy
9415 Jamaica AvenueBest hand-made chocolates!! A must visit!!! Literally across Jamacia Avenue, one block and mention my name, Jennifer, I bet you'll leave with a chocolate pop...hehe
Fine Fare Supermarkets
One stop grocery store with all one's basic needs.
Key Food Supermarkets
One stop grocery for all one's basic needs.
Mad For Chicken is a restaurant chain best known for its signature soy garlic chicken and unique Korean inspired dishes. Established in 2005, MFC has been flapping their wings ever since. With rustic designs and comfortable ambiance, the locations are known to be a “go to” place for groups of all sizes. In 2020, the company set forth to franchise and fulfill its worldwide mission of getting everyone to become “MAD” for their chicken.
Mad For Chicken Forest Hills
Mad For Chicken is a restaurant chain best known for its signature soy garlic chicken and unique Korean inspired dishes. Established in 2005, MFC has been flapping their wings ever since. With rustic designs and comfortable ambiance, the locations are known to be a “go to” place for groups of all sizes. In 2020, the company set forth to franchise and fulfill its worldwide mission of getting everyone to become “MAD” for their chicken.
Armando's Pollo Rico
Peruvian Cuisine
Caridad
9019 Jamaica AveDominican Cuisine
Pollos Doña Maria
93-03 Jamaica AveColumbian Cuisine
Atlantic Diner
111-16 Atlantic AveEsquire
105-45 Cross Bay BlvdMéxico cuenta con una de las culturas gastronómicas más ricas de todo el mundo y uno de los protagonistas, sin duda, es el taco. Fiel compañero de las jornadas diarias del mexicano, un básico en la dieta nacional y un deleite para un extranjero. Nuestra misión es encontrar al mejor taco de México.
La Ruta Del Taco
México cuenta con una de las culturas gastronómicas más ricas de todo el mundo y uno de los protagonistas, sin duda, es el taco. Fiel compañero de las jornadas diarias del mexicano, un básico en la dieta nacional y un deleite para un extranjero. Nuestra misión es encontrar al mejor taco de México.
Queens Bully, named after the iconic Queens Boulevard, is a gastropub located in the heart of Forest Hills. A spacious hangout serving American BBQ, dishes with global flavors, and craft cocktails and beers, Queens Bully was born out of a mutual love for our neighborhood’s culture. By showcasing the diverse and bold flavors of Queens, Queens Bully has made a mark as Queens’ favorite gastropub since our opening in July 2017. We take pride in serving the finest foods, cocktails and brews in Queens.
Queens Bully
113-30 Queens BlvdQueens Bully, named after the iconic Queens Boulevard, is a gastropub located in the heart of Forest Hills. A spacious hangout serving American BBQ, dishes with global flavors, and craft cocktails and beers, Queens Bully was born out of a mutual love for our neighborhood’s culture. By showcasing the diverse and bold flavors of Queens, Queens Bully has made a mark as Queens’ favorite gastropub since our opening in July 2017. We take pride in serving the finest foods, cocktails and brews in Queens.
A fun place to try an array of NYC beers, along with delicious grub, and in summer, there is outdoor seating.
Cobblestones Pub and Biergarten
117-18 Queens BlvdA fun place to try an array of NYC beers, along with delicious grub, and in summer, there is outdoor seating.
Sightseeing
This historical landmarked carousel will bring out the child in anyone. Go for a spin!!
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포레스트 파크 카루셀 놀이마을
Forest Park DriveThis historical landmarked carousel will bring out the child in anyone. Go for a spin!!
United States Postal Service
1369 BroadwayLandmarked Building
Queens Library at Woodhaven
85-41 Forest PkwyLandmarked Building
George Seuffert, Sr. Bandshell
Forest Park DriveNeighborhood Cultural Center
Forest Park offers refuge from the noise and hustle-n-bustle of life in the city.
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Forest Park
Forest Park offers refuge from the noise and hustle-n-bustle of life in the city.
Rockaway Beach is an easy 45-minute bus ride (the Q53 bus is around the corner from The Studio) which offers clean and fun beaches.
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록어웨이 비치
Rockaway Beach is an easy 45-minute bus ride (the Q53 bus is around the corner from The Studio) which offers clean and fun beaches.
Fort Tilden (also known as Fort Tilden Historic District, a former United States Army installation in the 1930s on the coast in the New York City borough of Queens. Fort Tilden now forms part of the Gateway National Recreation Area and is administered by the National Park Service.), Here in the summer you can find live music, food, Artist selling their wares, movies under the stars...a lot of activities.
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티베리누스쇼핑센터
Fort Tilden (also known as Fort Tilden Historic District, a former United States Army installation in the 1930s on the coast in the New York City borough of Queens. Fort Tilden now forms part of the Gateway National Recreation Area and is administered by the National Park Service.), Here in the summer you can find live music, food, Artist selling their wares, movies under the stars...a lot of activities.
The Refuge is 12, 600 acres of wonderful Northeastern American flora, fauna, saltmarshes and wildlife. It is a 30-minute bus ride on the Q53, which can be found around the corner from The Studio on Woodhaven Boulevard.
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자메이카 베이 야생동물 보호구역
175-10 Cross Bay BlvdThe Refuge is 12, 600 acres of wonderful Northeastern American flora, fauna, saltmarshes and wildlife. It is a 30-minute bus ride on the Q53, which can be found around the corner from The Studio on Woodhaven Boulevard.
Forest Hills Stadium is a historic outdoor music venue that has welcomed fans to the picturesque New York City neighborhood of Forest Hills, Queens for nearly 100 years. Designed to optimize acoustics and with no obstructed views, the 13,000 capacity stadium is the only outdoor venue of its kind and size in the city.
Originally designed in the 1920’s as the home of the U.S. Open tennis tournament, Forest Hills Stadium began booking concerts in the 1960’s and went on to host some of the most culturally significant performances of the time – Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. The stadium was updated in 2013 with a number of state-of-the-art upgrades and has since welcomed a new golden age of diverse superstars - sell-out performances by Drake, Dolly Parton, Mumford and Sons, The Alabama Shakes, Ed Sheeran and many more.
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포레스트 힐스 스타디움
1 Tennis PlForest Hills Stadium is a historic outdoor music venue that has welcomed fans to the picturesque New York City neighborhood of Forest Hills, Queens for nearly 100 years. Designed to optimize acoustics and with no obstructed views, the 13,000 capacity stadium is the only outdoor venue of its kind and size in the city.
Originally designed in the 1920’s as the home of the U.S. Open tennis tournament, Forest Hills Stadium began booking concerts in the 1960’s and went on to host some of the most culturally significant performances of the time – Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. The stadium was updated in 2013 with a number of state-of-the-art upgrades and has since welcomed a new golden age of diverse superstars - sell-out performances by Drake, Dolly Parton, Mumford and Sons, The Alabama Shakes, Ed Sheeran and many more.
Neighborhoods
A 30-minute walk thru Forest Park, a short public bus ride or quick Uber lift takes you to this beautiful neighboring neighborhood worth a stroll for a movie, brunch, lunch or architecture browsing, Kew Gardens is worth etching a little quiet local down time.
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Kew Gardens
A 30-minute walk thru Forest Park, a short public bus ride or quick Uber lift takes you to this beautiful neighboring neighborhood worth a stroll for a movie, brunch, lunch or architecture browsing, Kew Gardens is worth etching a little quiet local down time.
Forest Hills is a diverse family-oriented neighborhood in the center of Queens. On Austin Street, you’ll find restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, boutiques and chain stores. Families and shoppers stroll along this retail strip all day and into the evening. Forest Hills Gardens occupies the area south of Austin Street. Unlike any other residential zone in the city, its Tudor and Georgian homes look much the same as when they were built in the early 20th century. Continue south to Forest Park for hiking and sport facilities. The E, F, M and R trains stop at the Forest Hills-71st Avenue subway station, which puts you one block away from the middle of Austin Street.
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Forest Hills
Forest Hills is a diverse family-oriented neighborhood in the center of Queens. On Austin Street, you’ll find restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, boutiques and chain stores. Families and shoppers stroll along this retail strip all day and into the evening. Forest Hills Gardens occupies the area south of Austin Street. Unlike any other residential zone in the city, its Tudor and Georgian homes look much the same as when they were built in the early 20th century. Continue south to Forest Park for hiking and sport facilities. The E, F, M and R trains stop at the Forest Hills-71st Avenue subway station, which puts you one block away from the middle of Austin Street.
Activities
Built in the 1930's this neighborhood house called the Austin has had more faces then Eve. Spent years as a second run double feature house, until being taken over by Rugoff Theatres in the late 50's or early 60's. Art films were played for a few years catering to the affluent area and nearby Forest Hills.
Then United Artists took over for a few years playing mostly move overs and booking midnight shows every Friday and Saturday night. When UA dumped it, it became a XXX house and was extremely profitable. The owner even played the midnight shows for a while that UA had built up an audience for. It then went all porno, later being taken over by the same owner of the Polk until it was shut down by the city (a story in itself).
The story has a happy ending: new owners bought the place, stripped it down to its minor Art Deco origins and made a mini version of the Angelika. The huge lobby has a concession stand where you can get coffee and fresh cookies. Two theatres were made in the old loge and restroom area on the second floor. Downstairs are four screens, number one keeping the original mini stage and arch. The other four auditoriums have top notch sound and projection and rocking chair seats stadium style.
The Kew Gardens is a total delight to attend, heres hoping it survives forever.
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Kew Gardens Cinemas
8105 Lefferts BlvdBuilt in the 1930's this neighborhood house called the Austin has had more faces then Eve. Spent years as a second run double feature house, until being taken over by Rugoff Theatres in the late 50's or early 60's. Art films were played for a few years catering to the affluent area and nearby Forest Hills.
Then United Artists took over for a few years playing mostly move overs and booking midnight shows every Friday and Saturday night. When UA dumped it, it became a XXX house and was extremely profitable. The owner even played the midnight shows for a while that UA had built up an audience for. It then went all porno, later being taken over by the same owner of the Polk until it was shut down by the city (a story in itself).
The story has a happy ending: new owners bought the place, stripped it down to its minor Art Deco origins and made a mini version of the Angelika. The huge lobby has a concession stand where you can get coffee and fresh cookies. Two theatres were made in the old loge and restroom area on the second floor. Downstairs are four screens, number one keeping the original mini stage and arch. The other four auditoriums have top notch sound and projection and rocking chair seats stadium style.
The Kew Gardens is a total delight to attend, heres hoping it survives forever.
Forest Hills Stadium is a historic outdoor music venue that has welcomed fans to the picturesque New York City neighborhood of Forest Hills, Queens for nearly 100 years. Designed to optimize acoustics and with no obstructed views, the 13,000 capacity stadium is the only outdoor venue of its kind and size in the city.
Originally designed in the 1920’s as the home of the U.S. Open tennis tournament, Forest Hills Stadium began booking concerts in the 1960’s and went on to host some of the most culturally significant performances of the time – Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. The stadium was updated in 2013 with a number of state-of-the-art upgrades and has since welcomed a new golden age of diverse superstars - sell-out performances by Drake, Dolly Parton, Mumford and Sons, The Alabama Shakes, Ed Sheeran and many more.
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포레스트 힐스 스타디움
1 Tennis PlForest Hills Stadium is a historic outdoor music venue that has welcomed fans to the picturesque New York City neighborhood of Forest Hills, Queens for nearly 100 years. Designed to optimize acoustics and with no obstructed views, the 13,000 capacity stadium is the only outdoor venue of its kind and size in the city.
Originally designed in the 1920’s as the home of the U.S. Open tennis tournament, Forest Hills Stadium began booking concerts in the 1960’s and went on to host some of the most culturally significant performances of the time – Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. The stadium was updated in 2013 with a number of state-of-the-art upgrades and has since welcomed a new golden age of diverse superstars - sell-out performances by Drake, Dolly Parton, Mumford and Sons, The Alabama Shakes, Ed Sheeran and many more.
Gray's Bicycles & Accessories
8234 Lefferts Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY 11415 · ~1.4 mi
Open · Closes 6 PM
Days of week Open hours
Friday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Sunday
10 AM - 5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Gray's Bicycles & Accessories
Gray's Bicycles & Accessories
8234 Lefferts Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY 11415 · ~1.4 mi
Open · Closes 6 PM
Days of week Open hours
Friday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Sunday
10 AM - 5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 6 PM
BikeLane Bicycle Store
8404 Jamaica Ave, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Open · Closes 6 PM
Days of week Open hours
Friday
Noon - 6 PM
Saturday
Noon - 6 PM
Sunday
Noon - 5 PM
Monday
Noon - 6 PM
Tuesday
Noon - 6 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Noon - 6 PM
BikeLane Bicycle Store
84-04 Jamaica AveBikeLane Bicycle Store
8404 Jamaica Ave, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Open · Closes 6 PM
Days of week Open hours
Friday
Noon - 6 PM
Saturday
Noon - 6 PM
Sunday
Noon - 5 PM
Monday
Noon - 6 PM
Tuesday
Noon - 6 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Noon - 6 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park is named in honor of Shirley Chisholm, a Brooklyn-born trailblazer who was the first African American Congresswoman, as well as the first woman and African American to run for President.
Rising up 130 feet above sea level, this new park occupies some of the highest ground in New York City and offers spectacular panoramic views of the Empire State Building to the northwest, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and New York Harbor to the west, and Jamaica Bay to the south.
The site, which has never been open to the public before, rests atop the former Pennsylvania and Fountain Avenue landfills. The Penn and Fountain landfills were operated by New York City Department of Sanitation from 1956 to 1983.
After the landfills were closed, the work to reclaim and repurpose the 407 acres of land as a future park began. The first steps were to install an impermeable plastic cap and a below-ground barrier to fully encapsulate the landfills and support future reuse. A below grade methane gas piping system was also installed throughout the property so that all off gassing is carried to the property's two flares.
More than 1.2 million cubic yards of clean soil - or enough to fill nearly 100,000 dump trucks - was spread up to four feet deep across the site. The site was then planted with more than 35,000 trees and shrubs, and native grassland species. This addition of prairie grass and native plants has created a diverse ecosystem of coastal meadows, wetlands, and woodlands that has attracted a variety of birds and other local wildlife. In addition, this lovely ecosystem works to protect the capped land and prevent erosion.
In 1974, the city deeded the land to the National Park Service as part of Gateway National Recreation Area. Under a cooperative agreement with the National Park Service and the City of New York, New York State Parks is developing and operating Shirley Chisholm State Park.
After years of anticipation, Shirley Chisholm State Park is now open 365 days per year, 8 a.m. to dusk.
The park offers:
10 miles of biking and hiking trails - please stay on the trails!
SCSP Bike Library with loaner bikes for park patrons of all ages
Gorgeous waterfront access on Penn Pier, Hendrix Creek Patio
Picnicking
Environmental Education including fishing, guided bird walks and nature in your neighborhood
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셜리 치술름 주립공원
1750 Granville Payne AveShirley Chisholm State Park is named in honor of Shirley Chisholm, a Brooklyn-born trailblazer who was the first African American Congresswoman, as well as the first woman and African American to run for President.
Rising up 130 feet above sea level, this new park occupies some of the highest ground in New York City and offers spectacular panoramic views of the Empire State Building to the northwest, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and New York Harbor to the west, and Jamaica Bay to the south.
The site, which has never been open to the public before, rests atop the former Pennsylvania and Fountain Avenue landfills. The Penn and Fountain landfills were operated by New York City Department of Sanitation from 1956 to 1983.
After the landfills were closed, the work to reclaim and repurpose the 407 acres of land as a future park began. The first steps were to install an impermeable plastic cap and a below-ground barrier to fully encapsulate the landfills and support future reuse. A below grade methane gas piping system was also installed throughout the property so that all off gassing is carried to the property's two flares.
More than 1.2 million cubic yards of clean soil - or enough to fill nearly 100,000 dump trucks - was spread up to four feet deep across the site. The site was then planted with more than 35,000 trees and shrubs, and native grassland species. This addition of prairie grass and native plants has created a diverse ecosystem of coastal meadows, wetlands, and woodlands that has attracted a variety of birds and other local wildlife. In addition, this lovely ecosystem works to protect the capped land and prevent erosion.
In 1974, the city deeded the land to the National Park Service as part of Gateway National Recreation Area. Under a cooperative agreement with the National Park Service and the City of New York, New York State Parks is developing and operating Shirley Chisholm State Park.
After years of anticipation, Shirley Chisholm State Park is now open 365 days per year, 8 a.m. to dusk.
The park offers:
10 miles of biking and hiking trails - please stay on the trails!
SCSP Bike Library with loaner bikes for park patrons of all ages
Gorgeous waterfront access on Penn Pier, Hendrix Creek Patio
Picnicking
Environmental Education including fishing, guided bird walks and nature in your neighborhood
Local Bars
Local bar specializing in making our customers feel like superheroes. There are no strangers here only friends that you need to meet. Go on down and make a few new friends.
Geordie's Joint
7919 Jamaica AveLocal bar specializing in making our customers feel like superheroes. There are no strangers here only friends that you need to meet. Go on down and make a few new friends.