Flushing Self Guided History Tour

Explore Flushing’s Past at Your Own Pace

—Notice, QR codes are not yet deployed but planned early 2026. All other features are currently active.—

Welcome to the Flushing Self‑Guided History Tour, a walking tour that invites you to discover the people, places, and stories that shaped our community. This tour begins at the Flushing Historic Train Depot and continues through key locations connected to Flushing’s growth, daily life, and local heritage. Each stop highlights a piece of history that helped make Flushing what it is today.

How the Tour Works

As you walk through the tour, you’ll find QR codes posted at each location.

Simply:

Use your smartphone camera to scan the QR code
Follow the link that appears on your screen
Read, listen to, or view additional information about that location

Each QR code provides more history, photos, and stories connected to that site. You can spend as much or as little time at each stop as you like. There is no required route, time limit, or starting point — the tour is designed to be flexible, free, and accessible.

Who This Tour Is For

The Flushing Self‑Guided History Tour is designed for:

• Residents curious about local history
• Visitors exploring Flushing for the first time
• Families and students
• History lovers and casual walkers alike

Whether you complete the entire tour or stop at just one location, every stop offers a glimpse into Flushing’s past.

Start Your Journey

We invite you to slow down, look around, and imagine the sights and sounds of earlier times — from bustling rail activity to everyday moments that unfolded along Flushing’s streets.
History isn’t only found in books. In Flushing, it’s right where you’re standing. Enjoy the tour — and thank you for helping keep Flushing’s history alive.

Use the map below, click on a pin to see more information.