Block party welcomes visitors to the ‘wonderful world’ of Queens

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Mobile Block Party performers entertain the crowd outside the Louis Armstrong House in Corona. Photos by F.E. Scanlon.

Mobile Block Party performers entertain the crowd outside the Louis Armstrong House in Corona. Photos by F.E. Scanlon.

By F.E. Scanlon

Special to the Eagle

A Corona block party introduced visitors to the “wonderful world” of Queens — and the vibrant sounds of jazz.

On, Aug. 24, the Louis Armstrong House Museum hosted the Jazzmobile Block Party and concert, inviting all residents and visitors to experience the 107th Street block Armstong loved.

Armstrong, the legendary trumpeter known as “Satchmo,” moved to Corona in 1943. His longtime home achieved landmark status in the 1980s, and continues to serve as a beacon for music and culture aficionados. 

Attendees enjoy the music at the Jazzmobile block party Aug. 24.

Attendees enjoy the music at the Jazzmobile block party Aug. 24.