LI250 - Walking in Washington's Footsteps

Long Island is no stranger to famous faces on its shores, but did you know one of them was George Washington? The Founding Father of America once called Long Island home during the later years of the Revolutionary War, and many of the places he visited are still standing today. See where you can learn more about George Washington's Long Island favorites below.

Sagtikos Manor

Built in 1697 and expanded in 1772 and 1902, the estate served as headquarters for the British Army on Long Island as well as a place of lodging for George Washington.