Aviation First
The first all-American
monoplane was built and
flown on this site by
Albert and Arthur Heinrich
aged 21 and 23 in 1910.
Baldwin Civic Assn. 1976 — — Map (db m140799) HM
Est. 1810 as Bethel Chapel, the present sanctuary was built in 1871 by Lorenzo D. Smith, dedicated in 1872 by Bishop Harris and Pastor Nathan Hubbel. — — Map (db m133143) HM
Funeral home - Bethpage- 1946
5 generations funeral dirs.
Previous home - circa - 1910
Albert and Katherine Guerin
prominent community family — — Map (db m133528) HM
1687 T. Powell obtains land
1695 Deed Bethpage Purchase
1857 Name Jerusalem Station
1867 Renamed Central Park
1936 Changed To Bethpage — — Map (db m133542) HM
This monument is dedicated in loving memory of
Captain Brian C. Hickey
Rescue Company 4
Fire Department, City of New York
Captain Hickey along with 342 other firefighters made the supreme sacrifice defending the City of New York on . . . — — Map (db m133895) HM WM
Site of
Central Park Cider Mill
George Benkert, proprietor
ca. 1888
Processed apples for
local farmers
Central Park Historical Soc. — — Map (db m119129) HM
January 29, 1857
1st post office in village
Jeremiah Weaver Postmaster
Ahern Home - W. Ahern involved
in 1936 - name change from
Central Park to Bethpage — — Map (db m133480) HM
On Dec. 7, 1941 while Pearl Harbor was under attack, this Assembly Building #2 was dedicated to build the TBF Avengers and F-6F Hellcats. — — Map (db m147617) HM
First parkway in America
built for the automobile &
famed Vanderbilt Cup Races
Ground breaking in Central
Park (Bethpage) June 6 1908 — — Map (db m133529) HM
Site of Zorn's Poultry Farm
Founded by the Zorn Family
The retail store opened in
1940 serving Bethpage and
surrounding communities — — Map (db m174144) HM
American paratroopers - Devils in Baggy Pants - pop up from nowhere and we never know how they strike next. Seems like they're everywhere.
Extract from Dead Enemy Officer's Diary
Dedicated to the memory of all paratroopers and . . . — — Map (db m106483) WM
Dedicated to the memory of
The Tuskegee Airmen
761st Tank Battalion
The Buffalo Soldiers
In grateful tribute to all those
Black servicemen and women who
served so honorably and valiantly
in all of America's wars
from the . . . — — Map (db m106465) WM
To honor our sisters in
the American Legion
Auxiliary
Proudly serving to improve
the lives of our U.S. veterans,
active military and
their brave families, both at
home and abroad
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of . . . — — Map (db m106724) WM
Dedicated to
Francis Cardinal Spellman
for his life of service to God and country
and to men of every race, creed, and color
in times of peace and war, and especially
for his personal visitations to America's
fighting men . . . — — Map (db m106668) WM
[Top (Torah)panel:]
Dedicated to our comrades
of the Jewish faith who have
patriotically fought in
all our country's battles
with honor and valor
for our greatest gift
Liberty and Shalom
[Front panel:]
Jewish . . . — — Map (db m106319) WM
In honored memory of all
who served in the
United States Marine Corps
since November 10, 1775
We are proud to
claim the title of
United States Marine — — Map (db m106260) WM
Medals of Honor
Dedicated to those who gave above and beyond
the call of duty for their country
U.S.A.
Lang, George C. Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt, Theodore Jr. Shea, Charles W. Valente, Michael Karopczyc, Stephen Jr. . . . — — Map (db m106304) WM
U.S. Navy submarines paid heavily for their success in World War II. A total of 374 officers and 3131 men are on board these 52 U.S. submarines still on "patrol."
Albacore Amberjack Argonaut Barbel Bonefish Bullhead Capelin Cisco . . . — — Map (db m106493) HM WM
In remembrance of the more than 200,000 women and girls who were abducted for the use of sexual slavery by the armed forces of the Government of Imperial Japan, 1930's-1945. Known to the world as "comfort women", they suffered heinous crimes against . . . — — Map (db m106727) HM WM
George L. Fox, Methodist Minister Alexander D. Goode, Jewish Rabbi Clark V. Poling, Dutch Reformed Minister John P. Washington, Catholic Priest
During the early morning hours of February 3, 1943 the USAT Dorchester was part of a . . . — — Map (db m106722) HM WM
This monument is dedicated
to the memory of all those
who served their country in the
United States Submarine Service
and to those who made the
supreme sacrifice to preserve
American Freedom.
Their legacy will live on
in future . . . — — Map (db m106509) WM
First Oven for Public Use
Sold By Aaron Alburtis To
Issac Bloom in 1760. Bread
Was Baked Here For Three Cents
Twice A Week For Neighbors — — Map (db m169720) HM
In honored memory of the
Farmingdale area residents
who served during
the American Civil War
1861-1865
John Allen · Thomas Brawley · Andrew Conklin · Josiah Howell Culver, M.D. · Philip Darby · William Fleet · John Gannon · Platt . . . — — Map (db m126858) WM
Allen, J.D. · Altese, J. · Bacarella, T. · Beierling, G. · Brand, S. · Brescia, W. · Barry, F. · Bausch, R. · Bausch, C. · Button, B. · Bolton, T. · Baldwin, F. · Bruckner, J. · Cassano, F. · Corali, J. · Costalla, C. · Christ, E. · Hafner, R.R. · . . . — — Map (db m127879) WM
They gave their today for our tomorrow
Korea
Victor M. Pirowski
Warren J. Schaefer
Vietnam
Christopher J. Barber
Robert D. Cicio
Raymond J. Enners
Patrick J. Foran
Don R. Huey
James McCaffery
John McCaffery
Donald . . . — — Map (db m127238) WM
This memorial is dedicated to honor those from the Farmingdale area who gave their lives in defense of our country
LCPL James D. Argentine USMC
August 6, 2009 Afghanistan/OEF — — Map (db m126915) WM
An everlasting tribute to the men and women of Farmingdale who so unselfishly served their country and humanity in World War II 1941-1945 and in cherished memory of those who gave their lives
★ Antoniazzi, Henry · ★ Apold, Arnold · . . . — — Map (db m127926) WM
Floral Park's oldest house
Built by the Baily/Baylis
family. Their homestead
included family homes,
farm buildings and acres
of farmland. — — Map (db m139276) HM
Founded in 1884, classes
began in Sept. 1885. Later
renamed John Lewis Childs
School for Floral Park's
founder and 1st president. — — Map (db m139377) HM
Dedicated to those
who made the supreme sacrifice
in World War II
Leon S. Burkowski Billy Juchnowski
Edward A. Collins Walter J. Korrow
James J. Doran, Jr. Gerard G. Krug
Stephen J. Merz Joseph Radziski, Jr.
Placed by . . . — — Map (db m106240) WM
Originally a club in 1914,
Masonic Lodge #1016 was
chartered in 1923. The
Masonic temple was built in
1925 and became a landmark. — — Map (db m139465) HM
Born Francesco Forgione on May 25, 1887 in Pietrelcina,
Italy. At the age of fifteen he became a Capuchin Monk and
took the name of Pio. On August 10, 1910 he was ordained a
Priest. On September 7, 1910 as he was praying, Padre Pio
was visited . . . — — Map (db m127228) HM
Actors' & Vaudevillians
club, 1916-1939. Members included
Al Jolson, Will Rogers,
Victor Moore, Florenz Ziegfeld,
and John Philip Sousa. — — Map (db m133521) HM
Opened on this site in 1900.
Women & men members. 9 hole
course. Clubhouse built by
Wm. G. Miller, Village Pres.
Sold at auction in 1912 — — Map (db m132772) HM
(English panel:)
Built On Freeport's
Nautical Mile
This is the Actual
Boat that Crossed
The Atlantic Ocean
Battling a Hurricane
with Winds Over 100 MPH
and Seas Over 25 Ft.
This 26 Footer is Listed
in the Guiness Book . . . — — Map (db m127224) HM
Organized May 1895
Hose house on Atlantic Ave
Stephen Lewis early foreman
1916 new house built here on
land donated by Randall Co — — Map (db m126811) HM
Developed by W. Newton
Bennington in 1902. Streets
given to village in 1904.
Later became an African
American & Italian enclave. — — Map (db m127998) HM
Site of first Jewish synagogue in Freeport
In 1971 occupied by St. Demetrios Greek
Orthodox Church and the home of the Refuge
Apostolic Church Of Christ in 1982 — — Map (db m133167) HM
Boat builders have a long and colorful history in Freeport, beginning with the modest skiffs and dories used by baymen and
fishermen, military craft used in World Wars I & II, followed by recreational fishing boats. With fewer fishermen and . . . — — Map (db m126911) HM
Originally a bayman's cottage
Built during the Civil War era
Privately owned until 1961
when it was bought by the
newly formed Freeport
Historical Society — — Map (db m126854) HM
"You know, this job could be pretty dangerous." ~ Reggie Jones 1996
We all know people who are legendary, either through the force of their personalities or their accomplishments, or a little of both.
These memorable characters were known . . . — — Map (db m127424) HM
Built by John J. Randall and William G.
Miller in the Norman style
Freeport's oldest house of worship
Now known as the United Methodist Church
— — Map (db m106258) HM
Founded by Fred and Mirto Scopinich
built rumrunners, Coast Guard boats,
commercial vessels, & air-sea rescue boats
received Navy Excellence Award during WW II — — Map (db m126814) HM
Freeport's rich maritime history is
marked by oystering, clamming and
boat-building. At the end of the 19th
century, John Randall and William G.
Miller dredged Woodcleft Canal, creating the largest working waterfront on
the south shore of Long . . . — — Map (db m127239) HM
710 S. Grove St. Band leader
founded The Royal Canadians,
popularized "Auld Lang Syne”
on New Year's Eve. Produced
musicals at Jones Beach Theater. — — Map (db m133504) HM
Built in one day to spite a competitors efforts in a real estate development race. This forever changed the layout of Lena Avenue and added Wilson Place. — — Map (db m126869) HM
From USS Hartford - flagship
of Admiral David Farragut
during Battle of Mobile Bay
August 1864
Presented to Freeport July 4, 1902 — — Map (db m133522) HM
Upon this site stood the first
public school in Freeport
This building was erected about 1820 and served as the first public school until 1852
Mr. John Rankin had the honor of being the first teacher to teach in this village . . . — — Map (db m106730) HM
Trophy gun obtained from
the US Navy. Department was
unveiled on July 4, 1902 by
the DBP Mott Post of the
Grand Army of the Republic. — — Map (db m133068) HM
In 1836 two Sailing ships
The Bristol & The Mexico
were wrecked near Long Beach
215 died in these two wrecks
139 bodies are buried in a
mass grave in Lynbrook, N.Y.
called The Mariners Burial Ground
Many Freeport men & volunteers . . . — — Map (db m127701) HM
Water Co. formed in 1894
Power house built in 1897
Both municipal utilities
owned & operated by Village
Voted on by Freeporters — — Map (db m126752) HM
First summer hotel in Freeport
on this site 1897. Built by
Randall & Miller. Sold 1907
to Society of St. Vincent
De Paul as fresh air home — — Map (db m126821) HM
Trophy cannon that saw service at
San Mihiel 240 millimeter gun was
obtained by DPB Mott Post GAR
given to American Legion dedicated
on Memorial Day 1921 — — Map (db m133328) HM
Site of
Camp Albert Mills
Established August 1917
A World War 1 Army Camp
Used by the 42nd Infantry
Known as the Rainbow Division — — Map (db m106913) HM
On May 20, 1927, Col. Charles
A. Lindbergh rose 1/4 mile
west, from Roosevelt Field,
Landing 33 Hours Later At
Le Bourget Field, France. — — Map (db m175010) HM
To commemorate the first crossing from east to west and the first double crossing of the Atlantic by air accomplished by the British airship R34
which left East Fortune Scotland on July 2nd 1919, landed Mineola Long Island on July 6th, and . . . — — Map (db m77713) HM
In honor of the members of Local Union No. 1093 who served their country in the World War 1914 – 1918 Adam Donaldson Frank S. Boday Louis Myers Edw. Nordstrom Frank Hoebich Everett Wicks Patrick Hanlon Daniel Murdock Fred . . . — — Map (db m65203) HM
This tribute is dedicated to those veterans who gave the supreme sacrifice during the “Vietnam War” 1959 – 1975 ( Lower Marker : ) Francis Andrysiak Francis Arnett Richard Brown Charles Johnson John McCarthy Richard . . . — — Map (db m65188) WM
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