Astoria 11105

Astoria was named after Astoria, Oregon, which itself was named after fur trader John Jacob Astor. The neighborhood was founded in 1839 by settlers from New York City and Connecticut. The area was originally part of an old Native American community called Munsee. The name Astoria stuck even after the city of Astoria in Oregon was renamed in 1875.

Recreational Facilities and Amenities

The neighborhood is bordered by Flushing Bay on the north, Astoria Park on the west, and Ditmars Boulevard on the east. On the south is Astoria Bay, where you can watch ships pass through Hell Gate. The Queens borough Bridge connects Astoria to Manhattan.

The neighborhood has several parks, including Astoria Park and Calvary Cemetery Graveyard. It also features historical sites such as Fort Tompkins, Steinway & Sons Piano Factory, and John Jacob Aster’s House Museum.

There are also several museums, such as

• Museum of the Moving Image (36-01 35th Ave)
• American Museum of Natural History (Central Park West at 79th St)
• Socrates Sculpture Park (32-01 Vernon Blvd)

House Designs

The streets are lined with Victorian-style houses, many of which have been converted into restaurants or art galleries. You’ll find some of these restaurants on 30th Avenue near Steinway Street or at the Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden at 29-19 24th Street.

Because New York experiences rainfall all year long, most resident sources for waterproofing and insulation services from Zavza Seal LLC.

Nearby Neighborhoods:

Parkville/Bensonhurst, Bayridge, Park Slope/ Windsor Terrace, Park Slope/ Gowanus, Kensington/ Windsor Terrace