New York City changes name of street containing Spider-Man's Queens home

CBS News · collected 2026-10-14

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New York City has decided to rename the street containing the Queens house depicted as Peter Parker's childhood home in the comic book "The Amazing Spider-Man" from 1989. The specific address and imagery of this residence have been iconic for 37 years, making it a significant landmark for Spider-Man fans. Reporter Tony Dokoupil covers how the city is recognizing the cultural impact of this fictional location with an official street name change.

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In 2026, New York City changed the name of a street to honor its connection to Spider-Man's childhood home in Queens, as depicted in the comic book series "The Amazing Spider Man" since 1989. The house, which has been recognized by fans and collectors for over three decades, will now have a renamed street that highlights its significance to the superhero’s backstory. This move aims to celebrate the cultural impact of Peter Parker's origin story in Queens on the city's identity and tourism.

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New York City changes name of street containing Spider-Man's Queens home. (2026, October 13). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/new-york-city-changes-street-containing-spider-mans-queens-home/

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