Jamaica, NY

About Jamaica

• • Rapper 50 Cent, known for his album "Get Rich or Die Tryin'", was born in Jamaica.
• • King Manor Museum, the former home of Rufus King, a framer of the U.S. Constitution, is here.
• • Its location as a major transportation hub solidified Jamaica's importance in the 19th century.
• • The historic Loew's Valencia Theatre features an ornate Churrigueresque architectural style.
• • The Air Train added to transit options, boosting the area's economy after 2003.
• • Named after Jamaica in the West Indies, it was established in 1656.
• • With over 200,000 residents, its population rivals some US cities.
• • At only 26 feet above sea level, it's vulnerable to coastal flooding.
• • Healthcare and social assistance are major employment sectors in Jamaica.
• • It's a mix of bustling energy and community pride.
• • The New York Mets, located nearby in Queens, won the 1986 World Series.
• • St. John's University's Carnesecca Arena hosted many memorable basketball games.

Songs About Jamaica