Sohmer and Company Piano Factory, New York City

Name: Sohmer and Company Piano Factory
Address: New York City, United States

#1476 among attractions in New York City

Tower, Romanesque revival architecture

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Sohmer and Company Piano Factory is a historic piano factory located in the Astoria neighborhood of Queens, New York City. It was built in 1886 by Sohmer & Co. and is a six-story, "L"-shaped, Rundbogenstil / Romanesque Revival style brick building. The corner features a clock tower with a copper trimmed mansard roof. The building was expanded about 1906–1907. It was converted to residential usage starting in 2007. ()

Coordinates: 40°46'10"N, 73°56'7"W

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Northwestern Queens (Astoria)New York City United States

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Day trips

Sohmer and Company Piano Factory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Socrates Sculpture Park, Museum of Motherhood, Gracie Mansion, Municipal Asphalt Plant.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sohmer and Company Piano Factory?

Nearby attractions include Socrates Sculpture Park, New York City (3 min walk), The Noguchi Museum, New York City (6 min walk), Blackwell Island Light, New York City (9 min walk), First Reformed Church of Astoria, New York City (10 min walk).

How to get to Sohmer and Company Piano Factory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sohmer and Company Piano Factory:

Bus

Astoria Blvd & 8 St • Lines: Q19 (7 min walk)
8 St & Astoria Blvd • Lines: Q19 (8 min walk)

Metro

Broadway • Lines: N, W (20 min walk)
30th Avenue • Lines: N, W (19 min walk)