Kew Gardens Hills eruv
The Kew Gardens Hills Eruv Committee maintains the KGH eruv and posts its status on kgheruv.com before every Shabbos and Yom Tov. It is a different eruv from the neighboring Kew Gardens one.
How to check whether it's up
- Status Posted at kgheruv.com before Shabbos and Yom Tov
- Email alerts Sign up at kgheruv.com
What it covers
North: the south side of the Long Island Expressway service road (Horace Harding Expressway) until 164th Street. East: the west side of 164th Street until the Grand Central Parkway service road. South: the north side of the westbound Grand Central Parkway service road until Union Turnpike, then the north side of westbound Union Turnpike until Park Drive East. West: the west side of Park Drive East, with an addition to include the playground at 73rd Terrace, continuing along the west side of Mount Hebron Cemetery to its northwest corner at the LIE.
Along the boundary streets, the eruv does not include both sides of the street.
Outside the eruv
- The far side of each boundary street — the eruv runs along one side only
Official map
Good to know
- The 718-849-ERUV number sometimes quoted for "Kew Gardens" belongs to the separate Kew Gardens & Richmond Hill eruv, not the Kew Gardens Hills one.
Sources
ShulMap communities here
Frequently asked questions
Is there an eruv in Kew Gardens Hills?
The Kew Gardens Hills Eruv Committee maintains the KGH eruv and posts its status on kgheruv.com before every Shabbos and Yom Tov. It is a different eruv from the neighboring Kew Gardens one. Source: kgheruv.com (Kew Gardens Hills Eruv Committee); Vaad Harabonim of Queens eruv directory, checked 22 September 2026. Always confirm before carrying, and follow your own rav.
How do I check if the Kew Gardens Hills eruv is up?
Status: Posted at kgheruv.com before Shabbos and Yom Tov. Email alerts: Sign up at kgheruv.com. Never assume it is up — check before every Shabbos.
Is there a map of the Kew Gardens Hills eruv?
Yes — Map at kgheruv.com. ShulMap does not draw eruv boundaries; use the eruv's own map and check your specific street.
What is outside the Kew Gardens Hills eruv?
The eruv names these as outside it: The far side of each boundary street — the eruv runs along one side only. The list is not exhaustive — check the official map.
Eruv: Eruv boundaries are shown for orientation only and reflect the boundary, not live up/down status. Always confirm with your local rav or the eruv hotline before relying on them.