Curator Lauren Brincat gave Newsday a tour of Joseph Lloyd Manor, where Jupiter Hammon, one of the 18th century’s most important literary voices, rose from slavery on Long Island to become the first African-American poet to be published in the United States.
We are delighted to announce that Peter Fedoryk, who has led our Art of Edward Lange Project since July 2021, will be honored by the Museum Association of New York!
If you are interested in sharing your love of history with others, contributing to our understanding of Long Island’s past, and joining an organization dedicated to the protection of cultural heritage, consider volunteering with us this season!
The Dean F. Failey Grant will provide support for the production of our forthcoming book, Promoting Long Island: The Art of Edward Lange, 1870-1889, an initiative of our multi-year Art of Edward Lange Project.
Preservation Long Island receives multiple grant awards from NYSCA to support our mission-based programs and services in 2023.
We have good news to report! The oldest known structure in Port Jefferson Station still located at its historic building site and threatened by neglect has been purchased by the Village of Port Jefferson.