During the Revolutionary War American forces suffered a humiliating defeat at the Battle of Long Island. … [Read More...]
Things to See & Do on the Washington Spy Trail
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium
Nassau/Suffolk border at Rtes. 25A & 108. Environmental education center and demonstration hatchery. Open … [Read More...]
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization Education & Cultural Center
Located in the historic Stony Brook Village Center, The Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s 8800 square-foot … [Read More...]
Erwin J. Ernst Marine Conservation Center
Located in the heart of The Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s 88-acre wetlands preserve is the Erwin J. … [Read More...]
Discovery Cruise
Across Dock Road from the Three Village Inn, The Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s pontoon boat … [Read More...]
Raynham Hall Museum
Home of George Washington’s intelligence operative Robert Townsend, Raynham Hall is a time capsule of Long … [Read More...]
Long Island North Shore Communities
Port Jefferson NY
Home to America’s earliest shipbuilders, Port Jefferson Village boasts a deep water harbor, historic homes, and a vibrant downtown area. The downtown … [Read More...]
Stony Brook / Setauket NY
Washington’s spy ring operated there, and British soldiers went to the Stony Brook Grist Mill for supplies. In 1941, Ward Melville created the … [Read More...]
Long Island Museum of American Art, History & Carriages
The Museum is known for its collection of over 200 carriages and its extensive collection of work by the Hudson River School painter William Sidney … [Read More...]
Roslyn-Old Westbury-Brookville NY
Downtown Roslyn has shops, eateries, the Roslyn Park duck pond and historic homes dating back to the Revolution, are among local sights. Old Westbury … [Read More...]
The Country House
Built circa 1710, The Country House Restaurant is located in the Stony Brook Historic District. It’s is open 7 days a week serving lunch and dinner … [Read More...]
Glen Cove / Sea Cliff Ny
From its beginnings in 1668, Glen Cove’s waterfront and varied topography have made it a popular part of the North Shore’s Gold Coast. Prominent … [Read More...]
Centerport NY
Centerport is home to the Vanderbilt Museum. There are several restaurants along Route 25A offering visitors a variety of fine … [Read More...]
Jazz Loft
The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook is a combination of jazz history museum, a performance venue, and a center for educational outreach. The 6,000 sq. ft. … [Read More...]
Great Neck NY
A thriving community, Great Neck is the gateway to Long Island’s North Shore. Settled by the Dutch in the 1600s, Great Neck inspired onetime resident … [Read More...]
Cold Spring Harbor NY
A charming 19th-century whaling port located along Route 25A/Main Street features over 40 merchants offering high quality merchandise. Open 7 days. … [Read More...]
Stony Brook Grist Mill, c.1751
The Stony Brook Grist Mill was built in 1699 by Adam Smith, son of Richard “Bull” Smith. When the original mill and dam washed out in 1751, a new mill … [Read More...]
Oyster Bay / Bayville / Locust Valley NY
Attractions, Vacation Lodging & Dining-Shopping-Business Oyster Bay Village is known for its many small shops and the wide variety of cooking … [Read More...]
Upcoming Events
The 42nd Annual Holiday Festival
Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) in its celebration of the 42nd Annual Holiday Festival! Vote for your favorite tree in the … [Read More...]
Taste of The Tavern
Enjoy the cozy Brewster House this fall! The Taste of the Tavern tour gives participants a “taste” from across three centuries of history at the … [Read More...]
The 31st Annual Halloween Festival!
Trick-or-Treating throughout the Stony Brook Village Center at shops. Enjoy children’s games and Monster Mash dancing – wear your best costume! See if … [Read More...]
‘Hang Out with the Historian’ and Other Programs at Raynham Hall
Oyster Bay, NY (Sept. 17, 2020)- On a visit to Raynham Hall museum, home of George Washington Spy Ring operative Robert Townsend, you can participate in outdoor programs and online lectures that will … [Read More...]
