Northport Historical Society and Museum

Discover a hidden gem that brings together history, science, and wonder under one iconic roof. The Vanderbilt Museum's stunning mansion, world-class collections of marine life and natural artifacts, and working planetarium offer the perfect escape during winter months—explore the Gilded Age opulence, marvel at rare specimens from around the globe, and lose yourself in the cosmos. Set on beautiful grounds that feel like your own private sanctuary, this is where Long Island's most fascinating stories come to life.

The Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum collects, preserves, and exhibits objects and documents pertinent to whaling, especially the regional whaling history of Long Island, whale conservation, and the history of Cold Spring Harbor as a maritime port. The Museum serves a broad and diverse public audience.

In 1973, growing interest in local history led to the organization of the Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association. A permanent charter from the State of New York was received in October 1976. The GCHA is a non-profit membership organization with a mission to research, collect, record and preserve the history of the communities of Greenlawn and Centerport, Long Island, New York