What We Do

We work at the intersection of local history, environmental care, and creative solutions.

Our Mission

Friends of Babbage and Bessemer stewards the space beneath the LIRR Lower Montauk viaduct in Richmond Hill, Queens with care, creativity, and community.

“Friends of Babbage and Bessemer is making the street safer for kids to play outside.”

— Joseph D.

What We’ve Achieved

  • Organized a growing community coalition calling attention to long-overdue infrastructure repairs

    Planned our first block party to activate the space and celebrate local culture

    Begun working in partnership with the State Senator’s office to advance shared goals

    Opened lines of communication with the MTA and NYC DOT to lay the groundwork for future improvements