Laura Heim

Laura Heim, an architect and the late Jeffrey Kroessler's widow, shares insights on her husband's final work about Queens. She delves into its fascinating history, from its early rural economy to its dramatic transformation during the 19th century. Discussion includes how transportation changes reshaped the borough and the intriguing impact of the Great Depression on housing. Heim also highlights Queens’ remarkable diversity and tolerance, rooted in its unique immigrant communities—making it a vibrant microcosm of metropolitan America.