A Tribute to the Poppenhusen Institute
An inspirational musical performance by Mary Courtney of Morning Star. It is times such as these that we need to hear the beautiful angelic voice […]
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Herman A. Schleicher Mansion- One of the Few NYC Landmarks in College Point -123rd Street and 13th Avenue
When the designation of this grand 19th century mansion was finalized, it was a day for celebration in the community. College Point residents were all […]
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Landmark News
Hello from the historic, Poppenhusen Institute. We miss you and hope that you, your friends and family are safe and healthy and will remain that […]
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From the Notes of College Point Historian, Bob Friedrich
Historic Trivia Originally From the Flushing Journal 29 September 1855 We hear of complaints of desecration of the Sabbath by strangers visiting Strattonport, (now College […]
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Flushing Cemetery and College Point
Flushing Cemetery was dedicated in August 1853. Samuel B. Parsons, a prominent horticulturist at the time gave the opening speech. The dedication of the cemetery […]
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Census Trivia
Some trivia, yet interesting facts about College Point taken from the archives of the Poppenhusen Institute: The following is a partial list of some of […]
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A Remembrance by Frank Hunold– Age 81
Taken from the Robert Friedrich Collection Daily Star – March 24, 1926 “The Village of C.P. in 1876,” muses, Mr. Hunold was serenely innocent and […]
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Karl Muszel Tribute
Another Sad Farewell – Karl Muszel – Volunteer, Member, Donor and Friend By now everyone is likely aware of the passing of a very special […]
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Remembrances of Oscar Weiss, a Lifelong College Pointer
During this time when most of Poppenhusen Institute’s programs have been temporarily shut down- I have had time to delve into our historic collection. As […]
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