Telling the Art Deco Story of Sunnyside

What do Hollywood legends Perry Como, Judy Holliday, Rudy Vallee, and James Caan have in common? They all hailed from Sunnyside, Queens. Now it’s your turn to see this culturally diverse neighborhood across the East River in a walk with architectural historian and tour guide Matt Postal.

Between 1924 and 1929, convenient rail services and bridge accessibility to and from Manhattan led to the creation of residential complexes and apartment houses

Among the 1920s and 1930s buildings we will visit include the "Golden Gate" Apartments, with its spectacular black and gold terracotta entry, the beautifully restored Packard Towers, and back-to-back twin apartment buildings by Kavy & Kavovitt.

So, to paraphrase the old song, grab your coat and grab your hat, leave your worries on the doorstep and meet us in Sunnyside... and plan to extend your visit after the tour to sample some of the area's interesting dining options!