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The World's Borough

Queens, New York, proudly known as the ‘World’s Borough,’ has long been a mosaic of cultures, communities, and change. Join author and cultural historian Lawrence R. Samuel for a fascinating talk tracing the history of residential development in Queens—from the rapid growth of the 1920s to the vibrant, diverse neighborhoods we see today. Discover how waves of migration, urban planning, and community building shaped Queens into one of the most dynamic boroughs of New York City.
 
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Recording will be available afterwards and will be emailed to registrants.

Lawrence R. Samuel is a Miami- and New York City-based independent scholar who holds a PhD in American Studies. He is the author of many books including The End of the Innocence: The 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair and Making Long Island: A History of Growth and the American Dream.

Thomas J. Ruller retired from his position as New York State Archivist, a role he held since 2015. An active professional for 35 years, he is the author of several peer-reviewed journal articles and reviews on the use of technology in Archives and the preservation of records in electronic form. Tom has been a consultant for several State governments and other organizations focusing on electronic records management and preservation. He remains actively engaged as a Board Member and Steward of the Archives Partnership Trust.

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