Housing Expo 2023
"Sustain, Strengthen & Empower Our Neighbors"
Saturday, July 22nd | 11am - 3pm | Queens Museum
FREE TO THE PUBLIC BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
400+
Attendees
We look forward to building on our previous success and expect over 400 attendees throughout the day.
25+
Tablists
Visit the first floor of the Queens Museum to learn about the programs and services that lenders, elected officials, government agencies, and many more have to offer.
5
Seminars
Attend one of our many breakout seminars to learn more on topics ranging from purchasing a home for the first time to reducing your utility bills through clean energy incentives.
NHSQ 2023 HOUSING EXPO HIGHLIGHTS
2023 Housing Expo Emcee
NHSQ Presents
Yeniffer Martínez
HOUSING EXPO SCHEDULE
SATURDAY JULY 22
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SATURDAY JULY 22 ⌂
RESOURCE FAIR
Visit the first floor of the Queens Museum to learn about the programs and services that lenders, elected officials, government agencies, and many more have to offer.
11:00AM-3:00PM
SEMINARIO DE COMPRADORES DE VIVIENDA DE PRIMERA VEZ
Nuestro panelistas discutirá de lo que necesita saber acerca de comprar una casa por primera vez. Nuestro panel compartirá qué programas ofrecen sus instituciones y consejos sobre cómo ser elegible para subvenciones GRATUITAS disponibles para compradores de vivienda por primera vez.
11:35AM-1:05PM
This panel will discuss programs that are available to NYC homeowners and how NHS of Queens can help with getting a modification from your lender or a forgivable loan to make necessary repairs to your home.
HOMEOWNER SERVICES SEMINAR
11:35AM-12:35 PM
This area will feature activities specifically designed for children, including discussions on saving and financial literacy, neighborhood visioning, face painting, and a special appearance by Mr. & Mrs. Met.
KIDS ZONE
12:00PM-2:00PM
FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER SEMINAR (ENGLISH)
Our panelists will discuss the ABCs of what you need to know about buying a home for the first-time. Our panel will share what programs their institutions offer and tips on how to become eligible for FREE grants available to first-time homebuyers.
1:15PM-2:45PM
AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND TENANT SUSTAINIBILITY SEMINAR
This panel will discuss the available resources for renters from affordable housing programs to tenant rights.
1:45PM-2:45PM
RESILIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY SEMINAR
This panel will inform about energy upgrades that can be installed to lower energy bills all while making a home more resilient, comfortable, and sustainable. Both the technical and financial side will be covered, helping attendees utilize all available incentives.
12:35PM-1:35PM
SPONSORS
Housing Champions
Housing Stewards
Tablists
Ambassadors
EVENT PARTNERS
Location
Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Building, Queens, NY 11368
Car
The Museum offers free parking but space is limited. We encourage the use of public transportation whenever possible.
From West and midtown Manhattan: Take the Midtown Tunnel to the Long Island Expressway. Use Exit 22B, Grand Central Parkway West. Exit the Grand Central Parkway at the first exit, Tennis Center (9P), turn right and follow signs to Museum.
From Brooklyn: via Brooklyn Queens Expressway (BQE) to Long Island Expressway (LIE) Eastbound, to exit 22B Grand Central Parkway West. Exit the Grand Central Parkway at the first exit, Tennis Center (9P), turn right and follow signs to Museum.
From North and RFK Bridge: via Grand Central Parkway East, Take Exit 9E (Citi Field, BJK National Tennis Center). Stay in the right lane and exit at Northern Blvd, Citi Field exit. At light, turn right. Follow signs to Queens Museum (pass both Citi Field and the BJK National Tennis on left). Queens Museum will be on the left.
From East and Long Island: via Long Island Expressway (LIE) to Grand Central Parkway West. Exit the Grand Central at the first exit, Tennis Center (9P), turn right and follow signs to Museum.
Subway
There are two entrances to the Museum, one facing the park and the other facing Grand Central Parkway.
From Mets-Willets Point (7 train)
Take #7 Train in the direction of Flushing, Queens. Your stop is Mets-Willets Point, the second to last stop on the 7 train. When you exit the train at Mets-Willets Point, you can walk down the boardwalk towards Flushing Meadows Corona Park. You will see a large circular space at the entrance into the park. Stay to the right and walk down a long path with trees, the tennis courts will be on your right side. You will notice a large globe called the Unisphere. The Museum is just past the Unisphere.
From 111th Street (7 train)
You can also get off at the 111th Street subway stop. Walk south towards 49th avenue and take a left into the Park. Follow the path, past the garden roundabout and over the highway. You will see the USTA National Tennis Center on your left. The Museum will be on your right.