Staten Island, NY
Music connected to Staten Island
About Staten Island
- • Wu-Tang Clan, the iconic hip-hop group, originated from Staten Island.
- • The Teleport, the world's first satellite communications center, was founded there.
- • The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge's construction in 1964 connected it to the rest of NYC.
- • It's the only NYC borough without a direct subway connection to Manhattan.
- • Hurricane Sandy in 2012 caused widespread devastation and coastal reshaping.
- • Named in 1664 for the Staten-Generaal, the Dutch parliament, it incorporated in 1898.
- • With nearly 500,000 residents, it's NYC's least populated borough.
- • Todt Hill, at 410 feet, is the highest natural point along the Atlantic coastal plain.
- • Many residents commute to other boroughs for work, especially in healthcare.
- • Being there feels like a quiet escape with a strong sense of community and history.