Author Talk with Rob MacKay: Famous People of Queens

Name: Author Talk with Rob MacKay: Famous People of Queens
Start: 2025-01-21T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-21T21:00:00-05:00
Location: 208 Totten Avenue, Fort Totten, Bayside, NY, United States, New York 11359

Schedule

Tue Jan 21 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

208 Totten Avenue, Fort Totten, Bayside, NY, United States, New York 11359 | Bayside, NY

BHS is pleased to welcome back author Rob MacKay for another fascinating presentation about Queens history. His latest book, "Famous People of Queens," is a captivating look at a diverse group of individuals from various neighborhoods and historical eras who have made tremendous contributions to the world. The group includes acclaimed actors, legendary athletes, visionary business people, inspiring religious leaders, pioneering scientists, talented singers, brave war heroes, and acclaimed writers. They all made their homes in Queens for a significant period of time, and they all added interesting twists to the borough's story, showcasing its enduring appeal as a melting pot of talent, creativity, and resilience.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Rob MacKay is a longtime, award-winning community journalist who currently works for the Queens Economic Development Corporation. He authored "Historic Houses of Queens" and "Famous People of Queens," and also operates various social media channels that promote local restaurants, shops, and tourism attractions.
Admission is $10.00 for BHS members and $15.00 for non-members. Buy tickets online at https://www.baysidehistorical.org/events-1/author-talk-with-rob-mackay-famous-people-of-queens
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Part of Bayside Historical Society's Author Talk at the Castle Series