2 Best Sights in Northport, Long Island

Northport Historical Society and Museum

Built by Andrew Carnegie in 1914 as the village library, this structure now houses exhibits about the history, culture, and geography of Northport and its environs. Walking tours of Northport, educational programs, and lectures are offered.

215 Main St., Northport, New York, 11768, USA
631-757–9859
www.northporthistorical.org
Sights Details
Rate Includes: $3 suggested donation, Closed Mon. and Tues., Tues.–Sun. 1–4:30

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

William K. Vanderbilt's 24-room Moroccan-style mansion, called Eagle's Nest, sits on 43 acres and houses collections that Vanderbilt acquired as he traveled throughout the world. Summer brings various theatrical performances to the mansion's courtyard. The adjacent planetarium is one of the best equipped in the nation, with a 60-foot domed Sky Theater. Sky and laser shows are held regularly.

Observatory
180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport, New York, 11721, USA
631-854–5579
www.vanderbiltmuseum.org
Sights Details
Rate Includes: Grounds $5, mansion tour $8, planetarium show $7, Closed Mon. and Wed.–Fri., May, June, Sept., and Oct., Tues.–Fri. noon–5, weekends 11:30–5; July and Aug., Tues.–Sat. 10–5, Sun. noon–5; Nov.–Apr., Tues.–Fri. noon–4, Sat. noon–5, Sun. 11:30–5; call for planetarium schedule