Flushing Meadows Corona Park Walking Tour
Event Information
Description
Join us as we co-host a tour that explores the rich historic architecture of two World's Fairs and many of the structures that still exist and have been renovated in this Tour of Flushing Meadows Corona Park, led by licensed tour guide and former AIA Queens Chapter President, Bill Gati, RA, AIA.
We will see the Unisphere, the NYS Pavilion, the Tent of Tomorrow, the Queens Museum, the Queens Theater, NYS Hall of Science, Queens Zoo and the newly renovated USTA Tennis Center.
As architects, engineers and lovers of history, we can learn so much from the styles, materials and methods of construction. We can also learn how urban planners were able to preserve nature and position structures among some of the most spectacular views and greenery.
AIA Queens will be offering 2 LU/HSW credits
Organizer The Queens Foundation for Architecture + AIA Queens
Organizer of Flushing Meadows Corona Park Walking Tour
The Queens Foundation for Architecture
The Queens Foundation for Architecture is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, established in 2017, to advance Architecture awareness through stimulating Architectural/Design thinking, formation of relationships and partnerships that encourage community engagement, and fostering an understanding of the built environment and architecture through K-12 educational programs and scholarships.
AIA Queens
As a Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, AIA Queens includes Architects, Associates and Allied members. By advancing our shared values of Community, Knowledge and Advocacy, AIA members strive to make the world a better place for everyone to live, work and play.
Community
AIA is architects working to create better places for people.
Knowledge
The AIA plays an active role in the continuing education of its members.
Advocacy
We give voice to our shared values in order to shape our neighborhoods.
