The region faces immense pressure from development, often leading to the demolition of modernist treasures to make way for new, larger homes. Increasing awareness and appreciation of these important structures is crucial to ensuring their survival.
Events
Jupiter Hammon’s Birthday Celebration
October 19, 2024
Join us for an afternoon of history and poetry in the garden of Joseph Lloyd Manor, as we celebrate the 313th birthday of Jupiter Hammon, America's first published Black poet. Author David Mills will read original poetry from his award-winning book. Registration required.
Events
Historic Preservation Mythbusting
October 23, 2024
Join us for as we break down some of the most common myths and misunderstandings about historic preservation, using real-life examples from Rockville Centre and across Long Island. Registration Required.
Events
Annual Witches Night Out
Cold Spring Harbor
October 24, 2024
5 PM to 8 PM
Join us for the 15th Annual Witches Night Out! Stop by our Exhibition Gallery for treats, view our current exhibition, and enter the raffle for gift bags filled with gift cards to local shops!
Explore Our Digital Collections Online
Noteworthy
Our Latest Publication is Now Available!
Promoting Long Island: The Art of Edward Lange, 1870-1889
Our latest publication about artist Edward Lange and the late 19th-century Long Island landscapes he knew and painted is available now!
Advocacy Update: Saint Paul’s School
Maintaining Eligibility for Historic Preservation Grants
Read our latest letter advocating for rehabilitation options that ensure eligibility for historic preservation grants and the creation of an independent conservancy.
2024 June Benefit Party Highlights
View the Photos!
Thank you to all who made our 2024 June Benefit Party a huge success! We are pleased to share highlights from this year’s event at The Braes, now the Webb Institute in Glen Cove.
Voices and Votes: Democracy in America
Oral History Project
Are you passionate about democracy, history, and social justice? Do you have a story to tell about your experiences with American democracy? Share your story with us!
Preservation Long Island Announces Retirement of Executive Director, Alexandra Parsons Wolfe
Long-serving Executive Director Alexandra Parsons Wolfe, will step down at the end of June. The Board has assembled an executive search committee and named the organization’s current Assistant Director of Operations & Programs, Elizabeth Abrams as Interim Director.
Literary Long Island: 4 sites to visit this fall
www.newsday.com
Visit the home of the first published Black American poet, the grave of Frances Hodgson Burnett and more.
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