Sarant Cadillac Serving Huntington, NY
The Town of Huntington is one of the oldest in the US. The town was one of ten founded in Suffolk County in the 1650s on the northern shore of Long Island, making it a great location with a rich history. With over 200,000 residents, this town is known for its historic landmarks, unique architecture, and welcoming atmosphere.
Coindre Hall
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History The Huntington area had been inhabited by an Algonquian-speaking tribe for several generations before white settlers arrived. After the land was purchased for by traders, it eventually came to be an important settlement on the East Coast. The area was used by the British during the Revolutionary War in the Battle of Long Island, and it was later the home to the Long Island Rail Road. By the end of WWII, the population exploded, and the town became what it is today.
Historic Sites If you are in the Huntington area, there are tons of historic sites to visit. This includes the Oheka Castle, a posh hotel and historic estate that was used to cater to the very elite. Coindre Hall is also an architectural marvel, while the Christeen is a historic sloop known in the area. Trip Advisor has an immense list of landmarks to visit, among which these are just a few.
Vanderbilt
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Museums Those interested in museums will get a kick out of the Vanderbilt Museum and the Heckscher Museum of Art. The Vanderbilt Museum has large marine and natural history displays, as well as a planetarium. The mansion doubles as a museum, but can itself be admired alone for it mason work and carpentry. The Heckscher is a more traditional Western art museum housed in a 1920s building. You can see a range of rotating exhibits, as well as permanent pieces by Georgia O'Keeffe, George Grosz, Man Ray, Durand, and more.
Outdoors You may also want to make a visit to Caumsett State Park. Long trails wind past rocky shorelines and a salt marsh, as well as woodland and meadows. You can go birdwatching, ride bikes, jog, ski, and more. This historic park also has an equestrian center and buildings dating back to the early eighteenth century. You can see the great outdoors when you visit Caumsett.
These are just some of the many fun things to do in Huntington. Here at Sarant Cadillac, we're proud to be Huntington's Cadillac provider.
Heckscher Museum
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