The Queens Historical Society was founded in 1968 and is the only museum about Queens' history within the borough. The society's main project is the preservation of history and designation of the borough's landmarks. Through educational programs, exhibitions, lectures, newsletters and presentations relating to Queens, the society covers all chapters of the borough's history for its community and visitors.
Be a part of one of the world's biggest celebrations at the Times Square New Year's Eve event. Nothing compares to the energy of the crowd when the ball drops at this historic event. An estimated one million people head to Times Square annually for this famous ceremony, and even more people throughout the nation and across the globe watch the event on television.
The Morris-Jumel Mansion served as George Washington's headquarters in 1776 during the American Revolution, as the home's hilltop location offered strategic views of the Harlem River, the Bronx, Long Island, the Hudson River, and the New Jersey Palisades. Now, the mansion hosts a variety of exhibits that describe a variety of historic elements that range from war to fashion, politics, art and more.