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Welcome to richmondhillhistory.org

The Richmond Hill Historical Society endeavors to preserve the past and promote the future of Richmond Hill through fostering a better appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of its historic heritage as embodied by its architectural legacy and the contributions of its past and present residents.

The Richmond Hill Historical Society takes an active leadership or collaborative role in preserving and revitalizing historic Richmond Hill through education and resource exchange to the community on historic preservation, restoration and rehabilitation of its historic homes, churches and commercial buildings.

Archive Museum
The Society has its own Archival Museum where written and photographic history about the Richmond Hill community is preserved. The museum is now located at Kearns Funeral home on 115th Street and Myrtle Avenue, and is open for viewing by appointment.

Publications
The Richmond Hill Historical Society has published several books on the history of Richmond Hill:

Slideshow Presentations

These wonderful slideshows, "Living Spirit" and "Spirits Alive", were created by Joseph DeMay, Jr. which capture the "Spirit" of the Maple Grove Cemetery Walking Tours. Also a fascinating look at both past and present "Victorian Richmond Hill" and our Annual Victorian Tea (2009).

Features

Contact Information
Richmond Hill Historical Society
107-03 85th Avenue
Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Phone: 718-704-9317
Email: richmond.hill.historical@gmail.com

Recent Updates

[06/29/2009] Richmond Hill is a Winner! The show "This Old House" chose and honored Richmond Hill as the best place to buy a house if you are an "Urban Suburbanite". Go to their website for further details.

[06/27/2009] The Richmond Hill Block Association 36th Annual Forest Park Fair September 12, 2009. Entertainment, Food, Rides, Games, Crafts, and much more! This Richmond Hill tradition is fun for the entire family and the community! Location: Forest Park at Park Lane South and Myrtle Avenue, Richmond Hill. Contact the RHBA for further information or to be a vendor at: 718-849-3759. Photo above is (Google Map) birds-eye view of Forest Park location.

[06/23/2009] Attention: All Hands! The producers of an independent film about Rodney Dangerfield are looking for anyone in the area who might have known him when he grew up in Kew Gardens and later attended Richmond Hill High School. Does anyone know of any leads? Please email Joseph DeMay.

[05/28/2009] RHHS Is Now on Twitter! The Richmond Hill Historical Society can also be found on Twitter as RHhistory. This social network enables us to quickly update our news and events for our growing list of followers of the Richmond Hill Historical Society. Visit our Twitter Page here.

YouTube Videos
The Richmond Hill Historical Society can now be found on YouTube! Special Thanks to Board Member Joseph DeMay, Jr. for creating several beautiful videos of Kew Gardens. The introductory video below was created by Dennis Doyle. Visit our YouTube webpage for More…

Become a Member
Join today and become a member of the Richmond Hill Historical Society. Enjoy our free newsletter, invitations, and events. Our community involvement and activities are made possible through our Board and members who volunteer their time, and through the generous donations of supporters like you. We appreciate your support. Join here…