Church of the Resurrection.
The New York Landmarks Conservancy is proud to announce its 16th annual Sacred Sites Open House on May 16 and 17, a free, state-wide event inviting visitors to explore the extraordinary architecture, art and history of diverse houses of worship across New York. This year’s theme is “Holding Community Memories,” and participating sites will showcase their buildings, histories, and community programs through guided tours, lectures, musical performances, and by opening their archives. Visitors are also free to tour these wonderful buildings on their own, to discover world-class artistic treasures and the remarkable history found in religious institutions throughout New York State.
“Open House Weekend is an invitation to explore the architecture, art, and history within religious buildings in your community,” says Peg Breen, President of the New York Landmarks Conservancy. “It’s an easy and enjoyable way to be a tourist in your own town.”
To date, Queens congregations participating in Sacred Sites Open House on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026, include:
Grace Episcopal Church.
Church of the Resurrection, 85-09 118 Street, Kew Gardens; Saturday, May 16, 11:00am – 3:00pm. The original church dates from 1874 and is encapsulated in the 1904 stone church. Information will be provided to visitors for reference as they tour the site, giving the history of the church as well as its beautiful stained-glass windows.
Grace Episcopal Church, 155-15 Jamaica Avenue; Saturday, May 16, 10:00am – 2:00pm. A guided tour will be offered for visitors to learn about the building’s early English Gothic Architecture. There will be a presentation on the history of the Church and light refreshments available to enjoy!
St. George’s Episcopal Church, 14-22 27th Avenue, Saturday, May 16, 10:00am – 2:00pm. Experience the power and beauty of the organ! Join St. George’s Episcopal Church for a special demonstration showcasing the instrument’s capabilities and rich sounds.
St. George’s Episcopal Church.
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Shrine Church of Flushing, 196-10 Northern Blvd., Saturday, May 16, 12:00pm – 9:00pm and Sunday, May 17, 12:00pm – 6:00pm. The church’s Annual Festival will take place, offering music, traditional dance performances, traditional Greek food and desserts, raffles and children’s entertainment. Enjoy guided tours and personal exploration of the sanctuary.
For more information about the New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House, visit nylandmarks.org.
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Sponsors of Sacred Sites Open House include:
Adirondack Architectural Heritage; AIA NY Historic Buildings Committee; American Guild of Organists, Brooklyn Chapter; Art Deco Society of New York; Central Park Conservancy; Corona East Elmhurst Historic Preservation Society; Docomomo; East Village Community Coalition; Episcopal Diocese of Albany; Episcopal Diocese of New York; Episcopal Diocese of Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania; EverGreene Architectural Arts; Explore Buffalo; Friends of the Upper East Side; Village Preservation; Historic Albany Foundation; Historic Districts Council; Historic Ithaca; Landmark Society of Western New York; Landmark West!; Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy; Lower East Side Preservation Initiative; Museum at Eldridge Street; New York Conference, United Church of Christ; Otsego 2000; Presbytery of Geneva; Preservation Association of Central New York; Preservation Association of the Southern Tier; Preservation Buffalo Niagara; Preservation League of New York State; Preservation Long Island; Queens Historical Society; Regional Synod of Albany; Save Harlem Now!; West End Preservation Society
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Shrine Church of Flushing.
About The New York Landmarks Conservancy
The New York Landmarks Conservancy, a private non-profit organization, has led the effort to preserve and protect New York City’s architectural legacy for more than 50 years. Since its founding, the Conservancy has loaned and granted more than $62 million, which has leveraged almost $1 billion in restoration projects throughout New York, revitalizing communities, providing economic stimulus, and supporting local jobs. The Conservancy has also offered countless hours of pro bono technical advice to building owners, both nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The Conservancy’s work has saved more than a thousand buildings across the City and State, protecting New York’s distinctive architectural heritage for residents and visitors alike today, and for future generations. For more information, please visit www.nylandmarks.org.