Remaking Queens

Northern Queens has had a rich history in terms of developmental progress in the 20^th century. As far back as 1939, Queens has drawn attention from major capitalist investors as a use of space. Originally, the Flushing Meadows-Corona Park was renovated as the location of the World’s Fair of 1939. The same area is drawing contemporary attention in serving as a major center of attraction, housing the largest mall in the city alongside three major sports arenas. Though the area is currently being contested, there are significantly different implications in the modern proposal concerning the immigrant populations in the surrounding areas. These large scale developments and the possibility of Queens becoming a “destination” hotspot could have major effects on the Roosevelt Avenue BID. To access the Pratt Center report on the “Queens Triple Play,” click here.