Queens Public Library at Flushing
1858 - present
The history of the Queens Public Library at Flushing starts in 1858 when the First Baptist Church of Flushing building was converted into Queens' first library. It began as a subscription service model but became a free circulation library in 1884. This original building was moved to 41st Avenue (originally known as Bradford Avenue). A new building funded by donations from Andrew Carnegie took its place in 1906. In the 1950s, the Carnegie building was demolished and a new modern building was constructed at the site. Through Mayor Lindsay's administration, the city faced a financial crisis until the mid 1970s. Due to lack of funding, no new libraries were being constructed and there were no renovations during this period. After finally receiving funding, the library was remodeled in 1998. Today, Queens Public Library at Flushing offers access to knowledge and important services to the Flushing community.
Details
- Category
- Library
- Audience
- All Ages
- Corporate Body
- Queens Public Library
- Tags
- andrewcarnegie, newamericansprogram, library
Location
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Kissena Bl/Main St, Queens, NY 11355, USA1858 - present
References
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“History of Queens Public Library.” Queens Public Library, www.queenslibrary.org/about-us/queens-public-library-overview/history. Accessed 29 Apr. 2024.
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“Flushing Branch of the Queens Public Library.” Queens Public Library Digital Archives, digitalarchives.queenslibrary.org/browse/flushing-branch-queens-public-library. Accessed 29 Apr. 2024.