Nassau County Points of Interest

Points of Interest: Nassau County New York

• Albertson
  Clark Botanic Garden
  193 I.U. Willets Rd.
  516-484-2208
  http://www.clarkbotanic.org/
  12 acres of beautiful gardens, trees, ponds, and streams. Open daily 10 am - 4:30 pm year round (no fee).
  
  
• Freeport
  Woodcleft Canal / "Nautical Mile"
  Woodcleft Avenue
  http://www.freeportny.com/nauticalmile.htm
  The "Nautical Mile" on Woodcleft Avenue features many restaurants and shops and even an open-air market! Fish for a half-day on one of the many fishing boats, or go sightseeing on local cruise lines. Also visit the LI Marine Education Center to learn about marine life.
  
  
• Garden City
  Long Island Children's Museum
  11 Davis Avenue
  516-224-5800
  http://www.licm.org
  Children ages 2-12 will enjoy the hands-on experience they will get exploring five exhibits covering the arts, sciences, technology, and community and world cultures.
  
  
• Glen Cove
  Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
  Barry Drive
  50 Barry Drive
  516-571-8010
  http://www.garviespointmuseum.com
  Learn about prehistoric Indian culture, archaeology, and the local geologic past, when you visit the museum. Appreciate 62 acres of sediments, woodlands, and meadows, as you explore the preserve. Open year round.
  
  
• Holocaust Memorial and Educational Center of Nassau County
  100 Crescent Beach Road
  516-571-8040
  http://www.holocaust-nassau.org
  To understand the causes and results of the Holocaust take advantage of the free guided tours the center offers of its changing and permanent exhibits and artifacts. Also visit the multimedia center and research library.
  
  
• Hempstead
  African-American Museum
  110 N. Franklin St.
  516-572-0730
  http://www.theaam.org
  Visit the museum to learn about African-American Long Islander during the past and present.
  
  
• Hicksville
  Gregory Museum (LI Earth Science Center)
  1 Heitz Place
  516-822-7505
  http://www.gregorymuseum.org
  The Gregory Museum offers impressive exhibits and a range of science and craft workshops for both children and adults. The exhibits include rock, mineral, butterfly and moth specimens as well as fossils, seashells, and Indian/historical artifacts.
  
  
• Lawrence
  Rock Hall Museum
  199 Broadway
  516-239-1157
  Rock Hall serves as a tribute to the colonial heritage of Hempstead. Year round a variety of arts and antiques are on display.
  
  
• Mineola
  Nassau County Police George F. Maher Museum
  516-573-7400
  The museum has police memorabilia dating back to 1925 on public display (including a 1925 Harley Davidson police motorcycle and various weapons.
  
  
• Old Bethpage
  Old Bethpage Village Restoration
  Round Swamp Rd.
  516-572-8400
  http://www.oldbethpage.org
  Old Bethpage recreates a pre-Civil War Long Island Village with the actual practice of crafts and skills. Visit and experience
  firsthand the agricultural, domestic, and commercial activities from the era.
  
  
• Old Westbury
  Old Westbury Gardens
  71 Old Westbury Rd.
  516-333-0048
  http://www.oldwestburygardens.org
  Built in 1906, Old Westbury Gardens is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The beautiful Westbury House mansion and formal gardens are open for touring for a small admission fee.
  
  
• Oyster Bay
  Oyster Bay Historical Society
  20 Summit St.
  516-922-5032
  http://www.oysterbayhistorical.org
  Located in the Earle-Wightman House museum and library, the society provides craft exhibits, lectures, maps, photos, and historical and genealogical documents for all.
  
  Planting Fields Arboretum
  1395 Planting Fields Rd.
  516-922-9200
  http://www.plantingfields.org/
  Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park is one of Long Island's premier public Arboretums and historic sites. Visit Coe Hall, the grand house on the estate, as well as the Planting Fields grounds, where you can explore the many beautiful gardens.
  
  Raynham Hall
  20 W. Main St.
  516-922-6808
  www.raynhamhallmuseum.org/
  For a small fee explore the colonial Raynham Hall, the home of the Samuel Townsend family, built in 1740.
  
  Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
  20 Sagamore Hill Road
  516-922-4788
  http://www.nps.gov/sahi
  Visit the estate of Theodore Roosevelt. House tours are offered daily ($5 adults, 16 and under are free) and the nearby museum provides
  educational exhibits and audio-visual programs.
  
  
• Port Washington
  Sands Point Park and Preserve
  127 Middleneck Rd.
  516-571-7900
  Sands Point Preserve a nature preserve and a prime example of Long Island's Gold Coast estate period. Visit Castlegould, the castle built
  on the estate in 1902, fashioned after Kilkenny Castle in Ireland. Enjoy the 261-acre preserve and the preserve visitor center, special exhibit halls, museum shop and snack bar (all located in the castle).
  
  
• Roslyn/Roslyn Harbor
  Roslyn Historic District
  Main Street
  On this section of Main Street are homes built between 1690-1865 and restored to their original appearance. The historic homes are private residences and several are open to the public.
  
  Nassau County Museum of Art
  North side of Northern Blvd. East of the L.I.R.R. overpass
  One Museum Drive
  516-484-9338
  http://www.nassaumuseum.com/
  The Nassau County Museum of Art is renown for its ever-changing display of international art and its grand outdoor sculpture gardens. Open year round with a small admission price for adults and children.