The East End Seaport Museum is a hidden gem in Greenport. It's free to visit and has a surprising…read moreamount to see, even though it's located in one room inside the old train station spread across two levels. The exhibits are well done and informative, covering the local area, fishing community, history, and lighthouses. One of the most interesting parts is the section on the real-life shark hunter who inspired Jaws and later became a shark conservationist. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. We will post more travel guides, photos, and videos from our Greenport trip and other locations at https://ourownpathtravel.com and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@OurOwnPath

Do not bother going to this place. They Canceled a Vendor event and refuse to give back money. Over…read morea 100 vendors are out of all that. Upwards of over 30-50k probably that this museum is pocketing. They refuse to give back any money or credit us with going next year. They are a scam.

The LIRR Museum is a small but fascinating stop with a wonderful collection of vintage items from…read morethe days of Long Island Rail Road travel. There's a small train set display that's fun to see, along with old lanterns, tickets, signals, and other historic pieces. The highlight is walking through the historic wood caboose, which really brings the history of train travel to life. A must-see for any train lovers visiting Greenport. We will post more travel guides, photos, and videos from our Greenport trip and other locations at https://ourownpathtravel.com and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@OurOwnPath

The much, much smaller cousin of the Riverhead LIRR Museum is located right across the Greenport…read moretrain station. It's only one room but has a nice HO layout with old LIRR trains. Outside you can go inside the restored caboose. Fortunately, the $10 admission will also cover the Riverhead museum as well so you can take your receipt and head to the other one and use it there as well. Otherwise, the admission would be a ripoff. If you have plans on visiting the LIRR Museum then plan on coming to Greenport, then this place is nice.

9/24/22: Visit! Village of Greenport is adorable!…read more Took the Shelter Island ferry over to the '22 Maritime Festival. We boarded a replica of the Amistad ship. A narrator gave us some of the ship's history. We walked around the festival. Everyone was in a good mood. Lots of cool kiosks with a variety of goods and "Cheer" were for sale. Purchased some lovely lavender from one of the kiosks. : D We stopped where ironworks were demonstrated and beautiful rustic ironwork crafts were sold. (Please check out my pics). Lots of cute shops, pubs and restaurants in the Village of Greenport! A carousel is in the port too! Definitely would return!

Lovely seaport village with plenty of shops, restaurants and cafés…read more Visit the museum by the ferry and railroad. Take a stroll on the piers and see the old carousel. Sail your boat or take a yacht and explore Shelter Island and Sag Harbor nearby on the Peconic Bay. Best wineries and vineyards are here on the East End of New York. All very good. Enjoy!

The Greenport Village Blacksmith plays a great part in the maritime history of the town of…read moreGreenport. The Blacksmith dates back to the 1870s and gives a glimpse of the makings of such things as, parts for ships at sea which was their major industry in that era, plus plow wheels, horse shoes, street lamp posts, etc. All things of metal such as iron and steel. **Groups may tour the Blacksmith Shop by appointment. Please call: 631-477-2100 or email: director@eastendseaport.org ** Worth a trip. Thank you for reading

We visited the lavender fields at East Marion yesterday (in July) while the French Lavender are…read moreblooming! Lovely scenery and vibe, I enjoy breathing in the scent of Lavender, it was so relaxing and calming.

My recent trip last week to Lavender by the Bay was absolutely incredible! Before I even pulled my…read morecar in to park, I was welcome by the aroma of lavender permeating the air. I'll be honest.. I've only experienced the smell of lavender through things like Glade Plug-ins and incense (embarrassing I know), so I was totally blown away by and caught off guard by how much I enjoyed it. The visual of the fields is simply breathtaking. The vibrant purple hues stretch literally as far as my eyes could see. If you're terrified of bees, perhaps sit this one out however even with my fear of bugs, I was somehow in a calm, relaxed state the entire time. One of the highlights was their super charming lavender shop. The shelves were filled with an array of lavender-infused products and if you're anything like me, you'll be tempted to smell and buy each one. I bought a few oils for my mom and a bar of natural honey soap for myself. I'm excited to try it! If you haven't been to Lavender by the Bay just yet, do yourself a favor and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life already by coming here! Use this review as your reminder to add Lavender by the Bay to your summer bucket list.

Really cute place in the tanger outlets! I took my nephew and daughter on a Sunday and it was a…read moresteady crowd. The two associates at the front were super helpful and patient as well, you had to sign up for a waiting list for the virtual reality and they made sure everybody got a chance. My nephew is autistic and they were really patient with him which I appreciated. The reason for the 4 star review is the fact that it was expensive for three of us and not a lot of exhibits. It was hands one which I loved but the main reason we went there was for the drones and they were broken when we got there. I am hoping to go back when the drones are available but for the price, not sure yet. The kids had a really nice time though.

Fantastic science/STEM activities for kids. We spent 2-3 hours in the space with our 3 year old and…read morehad a blast. The magnetic wall and the car activities were great, flying the drone was so much fun (well, more like crashing it). Blocks, building of structures, coloring and some electric circuit building activities were available. Ages range - our 3 year old loved it. Some older kids were into the VR and 3D printer pens, and other activities. The price is good - 15 for all day of adventures was reasonable. The space was smallish but airy and bright and clean. There were no bathrooms on the premises but there is one outside behind the stores. It's rather inconvenient when kids are playing and don't want to stop. Overall, we loved the space and would go back again.

Informative docent. I enjoyed the displays. I've wanted to stop by for many years and I'm glad I've…read moregot the opportunity.

Nice little museum with a display of schrimshaw and whaling tools. We took the little Google Maps…read moretour of the town they have posted on their Facebook page. Very interesting.

We got a Groupon for this place, which makes the price a lot more reasonable. They don't open until…read more1 pm on the weekends, and on Saturdays they don't even give guided tours. Instead, they give an "augmented reality" audio tour which is kind of hit or miss. The house was preserved for the historical significance of the Townsend family, one of which was a spy for George Washington. I didn't feel there was a ton of information on the family though. Pointing their phone at the different objects in a room turned on audio about them, but only a couple of rooms in the actual house were interactive. The rest didn't have signs, and one loan employee was around to answer questions at the end. The exhibit in the visitor center was nice though. I just don't think the AR experience was really up to replacing a person, both in amount of information and the uncanny valley, unnerving portraits. There is street parking and a nearby lot that are free on weekends. The gift shop is minimal. It was an okay spot to visit, but I would recommend coming on Sunday or whenever they offer actual tours to get a more thorough understanding of the house and the history of the people who lived here.

We went here on a winter weekend, and were fortunate to have the builsings to ourselves. The…read morehelpful staff took out modest admission fee and explained that they don't do tours on Saturdays but they do have tour devices using augmented reality. That means that when you walk through the buildings, you scan the cell phone device on important paintings and artifacts and they talk to you with further information about who or what they are. The small building that contains the entrance is packed with paintings, dioramas, documents and artifacts. Next you walk to the main house, built in the 1730's, and housing the Townsend family. At the time of the Revolutionary War, Samuel had to make room for a British colonel. In spite of the fact that he sympathised with the patriots, he maintained good relations with his "Guest." At the time of the war, the house had eight rooms. One of his sons was one of the leaders of the Culpepper Spy Ring, Placing the home on the National Registry of Historic Places. Each room was elegantly decorated, with the exception of the space for the enslaved housekeeper. In spite of the fact that we didn't get a formal tour, the staff member tagged along with us and kept up a spirited conversation - even giving us a bonus look at the Victorian wing which doubled the size of the structure. The house is said to be haunted, of course. Very highly recommended. The full set of photos can be found at https://www.flickr.com/photos/terryballard/albums/72177720323110655

I have trusted Sunflower Fine Art Galleries with my framing needs for several years now, and they…read morecontinues to exceed every expectation. Their professionalism and attention to detail are unmatched. Most recently, they framed my 30" x 40" artwork and took special care throughout the entire process. They even hand-delivered the finished piece to the building where my exhibition was located in Manhattan, ensuring it arrived safely and in perfect condition. Sunflower Fine Art Galleries consistently demonstrates true craftsmanship and genuine care for their clients. I highly recommend them for any framing needs, large or small. Working with Sunflower Fine Art Galleries is a worthwhile investment, and I fully trust them to do right by me every single time. I highly recommend the Sunflower Fine Art in West Hempstead for all of your framing needs, or to purchase a beautiful work of art as a gift for someone you love or your home. Shulie

The proprietor of Sunflower Fine Art Gallery was an absolute pleasure to work with. They did…read morebeautiful work framing a painting on a tight deadline. The work was done professionally and handled safely. I will definitely be returning to Sunflower for all my framing needs in the future