Sohmer and Company Piano Factory, Industrial landmark in Astoria, United States
The six-story brick factory features a clock tower with a copper mansard roof and red brick walls in Romanesque Revival architectural style.
Built in 1886 by Hugo Sohmer and Joseph Kuder, the factory produced thousands of pianos annually until 1982, employing 275 workers at its peak.
The factory represents New York City's piano manufacturing heritage, influenced by German craftsmen who established numerous instrument production facilities.
The building converted to residential units in 2007 stands at the intersection of Vernon Boulevard and 31st Avenue in Queens.
The factory's narrow L-shaped design maximized natural light through windows, an essential feature for detailed piano manufacturing before electrical lighting.
Location: Queens
Architectural style: Rundbogenstil, Romanesque Revival architecture
Address: 31-01 Vernon Boulevard
GPS coordinates: 40.76944,-73.93528
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:05
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