Queens Renames Street Corner for Spider-Man
A Queens street corner is now officially named Spider-Man Way in honor of the superhero.
The Brief
- The intersection of Ascan Avenue and Ingram Street is now named Spider-Man Way.
- The renaming was celebrated with a dedication ceremony attended by fans and officials.
- The address was revealed as Peter Parker's home in 1989.
A street corner in Forest Hills, Queens, has been officially renamed Spider-Man Way in recognition of the superhero's connection to the area.
The intersection of Ascan Avenue and Ingram Street now bears the new name, honoring the fictional address of Peter Parker, who became Spider-Man.
The renaming was celebrated with a dedication ceremony attended by fans and officials, including New York state assemblyman Sam Berger.
Berger spoke about the character's connection to the neighborhood, highlighting its significance to the area.
Local residents, including Jack Shi, owner of a two-story house on the street, welcomed the recognition.
Spider-Man Way honors the fictional address of Peter Parker, who became the superhero, a character created in 1962.
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