Historic Houses of Queens

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By Rob MacKay ’89

Published May 14, 2021

Rob MacKay ’89 explores the historic districts of Queens, New York City, featuring hidden-gem homes once occupied by founding fathers, Wall Street tycoons, Jazz Age entertainers, and other famous figures. By studying the architecture and personality of these homes, MacKay considers the real people who lived in them and the stories they left behind.

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