The Heckscher Museum of Art is located in scenic Heckscher Park in Huntington, New York, within walking … [Read More...]
Things to See & Do on the Washington Spy Trail

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 … [Read More...]
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium
Nassau/Suffolk border at Rtes. 25A & 108. Environmental education center and demonstration hatchery. Open … [Read More...]

Take the Ferry to the Heart of Spy Country
The Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Company brings visitors straight into a journey along the … [Read More...]

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
The DNA Learning Center (DNALC) has a major impact not only in the New York metropolitan area, but across the … [Read More...]

The Thompson House, c. 1709
The Thompson House stands nestled among trees on one of Setauket’s country roads, reflecting the heritage of … [Read More...]
Long Island North Shore Communities
Huntington 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...]

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...]
Smithtown / St. James / Kings Park NY
These three North Shore communities feature historic houses and other structures and large public parks. Smithtown was named after Richard “Bull” … [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...]
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...]

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...]
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...]
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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]
Upcoming Events
William Sidney Mount and Long Island’s Free People of Color at the Brewster House
Two sessions, 1:00pm – 2:30 and 2:30pm – 4:00pm. $8 per person. Books are available for purchase. Limited seats available, registration … [Read More...]

Unwind and Uncork History: A Walking Tour Experience at the Stony Brook Grist Mill
Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) in a new walking tour experience, Unwind & Uncork History: The Story of Wine & the Stony … [Read More...]

Music to Our Ears! The Ward Melville Heritage Organization & The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Sign Long-Term Lease.
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) board of trustees are excited to announce today that the organization has signed a … [Read More...]
What’s New
William Sidney Mount and Long Island’s Free People of Color at the Brewster House
Two sessions, 1:00pm – 2:30 and 2:30pm – 4:00pm. $8 per person. Books are available for purchase. Limited seats available, registration … [Read More...]

Unwind and Uncork History: A Walking Tour Experience at the Stony Brook Grist Mill
Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) in a new walking tour experience, Unwind & Uncork History: The Story of Wine & the Stony … [Read More...]