In the early 1900s, amid the potato farms and quiet countryside of Long Island’s North Shore, a massive steel tower loomed over the landscape. This […]
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Look Up, Long Island! Six-Planet Alignment in January and February 2025
Look up, Long Island! The universe is putting on a spectacular show this January and February, as six planets align in the night sky. This […]
Feathered Fortunes: Long Island’s Duck Dynasty – A Complete Saga
Long Island’s agricultural history is a remarkable tale of transformation, centered around an unexpected star: the duck. Long Island’s landscape was once a canvas of […]
Long Island’s Forgotten Witch Hunt: Unearthing Colonial-Era Controversy in East Hampton
Long before the infamous Salem witch trials sent shockwaves through colonial America, a lesser-known but equally chilling episode unfolded in East Hampton on Long Island. […]
Historic Snapshot: Henry B. Wilson on Horseback in East Hampton
Henry B. Wilson (1845–1896) is pictured on horseback in front of what is likely the James S. Satterthwaite House in East Hampton, NY. Standing on […]
Rare Photo of East Hampton Post Office
The East Hampton Library houses a fascinating collection of historic images that offer a glimpse into Long Island’s past. Among these treasures is a photo […]
Historic Winter in Patchogue: Snow, Sidewalks, and Sleighs
A picturesque winter scene unfolds on Main Street in Patchogue, where fresh snow blankets the road while the sidewalks remain neatly cleared. A horse-drawn sleigh […]
How Robert Moses and the Long Island State Park Commission Shaped Recreation on Long Island
Long Island’s transformation from farmland and sprawling estates into a haven for outdoor recreation is largely the work of Robert Moses and the Long Island […]
Five Famous Criminal Cases in Long Island History
Step into the shadows of Long Island’s past with our latest post on crime history. For better or worse, these gripping narratives of crime and […]
The Jones Beach Water Tower: A Long Island Landmark with a Storied Past
The Jones Beach Water Tower has long been a symbol of the stunning beachside park, captivating visitors with its distinctive shape and history. But this […]