Photo: lewislatimerhouse.org
The Flushing home of Black inventor Lewis Latimer, who helped develop the carbon light bulb filament. STEAM workshops invite kids to tinker, invent and learn about his contributions to technology.
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Group tours by reservation
Pay as you wish; $5 suggested
Open Fri, Sat. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 5–17.
Pay as you wish; $5 suggested
Friday: 11 AM–5 PM · Saturday: 11 AM–5 PM. Group tours by reservation
34-41 137th St, 11354, in Flushing, Queens.
Yes. Lewis Latimer House Museum is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by Lewis Latimer House Museum: lewislatimerhouse.org, or call (718) 961-8585.
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