The Top 10 Secrets of the Steinway Piano Factory in Astoria, Queens
The piano company Steinway & Sons has a significant NYC history and its factory, established in the 1870s, is still standing in Northern Astoria, Queens.
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15 Must Visit Spots in Astoria, Queens: An Untapped Cities Guide
While the name Astoria is synonymous with Greek, Astoria today is a diverse, fun place with lots to do. Here is our guide on what to do, see and eat in Astoria.
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See the Inner Workings of Steinway & Sons Factory in Queens in a New Book Making Steinway
A new book by Christopher Payne, Making Steinway: An American Workplace shows the inner workings and skilled workers of the piano factory in Astoria, Queens.
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LaGuardia Airport’s Lost Predecessors in Queens
The Glen H. Curtiss Airport (later North Beach Airport) existed on the same property LaGuardia Airport, but consisted of just three gravel runways and hangars.
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History of NYC Streets: Steinway Street in Astoria, Queens
Steinway Street in Astoria, Queens ran through the center of Steinway Village–a company town for the employees of piano maker Steinway & Sons.
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What’s Going Up and At Risk on 57th Street in Midtown NYC: ONE57, SHoP’s Skinny Skyscraper, Nordstrom Tower
A round-up of developments happening along 57th Street in Midtown, ranging from residential towers atop new department stores, to a soaring parkside acropolis.
MoreDaily What?! Artist Proclaims U Thant Island, the Smallest Island in Manhattan A Sovereign Nation
U Thant Island is the smallest island in Manhattan and is man-made from excavation of the Steinway tunnels. It’s named for a Burmese UN Secretary General
MoreSteinway & Sons Sold to Private Equity Firm, Vacating Flagship Store
Queens-based piano maker Steinway & Sons was sold to private equity firm Kohlberg & Company for $438 million. The company will also lose its flagship store.
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Inside the Steinway Factory by Christopher Payne
A look inside the Steinway Factory by photographer Christopher Payne.
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