Freeport in Nassau County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
George Washington
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 24, 2019
1. George Washington Marker
George Washington passed this way on his 1790 journey through Long Island
Erected 1999 by Landmarks Preservation Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1790.
Location. 40° 39.928′ N, 73° 34.338′ W. Marker is in Freeport, New York, in Nassau County. Marker is at the intersection of Babylon Turnpike and Lakeview Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Babylon Turnpike. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Freeport NY 11520, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Columbus Ave. (approx. 0.3 miles away); B'nai Israel Synagogue (approx. 0.6 miles away); Bennington Park (approx. ¾ mile away); Freeport Bank (approx. 0.8 miles away); The First Public School in Freeport (approx. 0.8 miles away); Trubia Rifle (approx. 0.8 miles away); Seaman Ave School
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Also see . . . George Washington's Tour of Long Island. Newsday entry, 4/20/2019 (Submitted on May 4, 2019.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 24, 2019
2. George Washington Marker - wide view, looking south along Babylon Turnpike
Credits. This page was last revised on December 12, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 4, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 305 times since then and 57 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 4, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
