Museums

Visitor viewing marine photography exhibit at a Long Island museum

Uncovering History & Lore

Long Island’s history is as vast and deep as the Atlantic. From the titans of the Roaring 20’s to the spies that shaped the Revolutionary War, history lovers can relish in topics from moon landings to maritime. Step into a piece of our local past at a museum, historical reenactment, or preserved landmark.

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Top Museums on Long Island

From history buffs and art aficionados to couples and kids, Long Island’s museums are a fun way to explore another time, place, and point of view–all year long. A Jazz Age mansion, horse-drawn carriages, the world’s largest taxidermized fish, WWI fighter planes, and crochet-covered trees are just a

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10 Must-Dos on Long Island this Fall

As the famed Long Island summer comes to a close in September, the island transforms into a must-experience, crisp autumn. Located just south of New England, Long Island has beautiful foliage, vibrant colors, and plenty of seasonal activities like apple picking, corn mazes, pumpkin picking, and tons

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Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum

The Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum is a delightful day trip for anyone on Long Island. This National Historic Landmark boasts a 110-foot tower that visitors are encouraged to climb, a 360 degree vista of Montauk Point, an engaging museum detailing the maritime history

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Lights, Camera, Long Island: Hollywood's Connections to Long Island

While New York City may be called "Hollywood East," Long Island’s stunning natural settings have also been the backdrop for countless famous films and TV shows, many of which have gone on to win Academy Awards, Emmy Awards, and Golden Globes.

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