Sag Harbor in Suffolk County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Breakwater
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 23, 2019
1. The Breakwater Marker
The Cormaria Retreat House was built by
Frank C. Havens for his summer home. In
1902, Havens secured funds from the US
Congress to build the Breakwater. Replaced
in 2003, the Breakwater continues to protect
the harbor from northeast storms. In 1924
Havens widow donated waterfront to the east
Havens Beach, as a memorial to her husband.Erected 2012 by Sag Harbor Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1902.
Location. 41° 0.036′ N, 72° 17.366′ W. Marker is in Sag Harbor, New York, in Suffolk County. Marker is on Bay Street east of Dering Road, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sag Harbor NY 11963, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Fort at Sag Harbor (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sag Harbor World War II Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); Sag Harbor Korean and Vietnam Wars Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); East Water Street (approx. ¼ mile away); Atheneum
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Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 23, 2019
2. The Breakwater Marker - wide view
Credits. This page was last revised on April 30, 2019. It was originally submitted on April 30, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 156 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 30, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
