Along Manhasset Bay Historical Walking Tour
Announcing the debut of the Along Manhasset Bay walking tour of Port Washington along Manhasset Bay, from Inspiration Wharf to Shore Road. Brought to you by the History Center at the Port Washington Public Library. The Along Manhasset Bay historical walking
Research Your House’s History
Looking for information on the history of your Port Washington home? Here are some suggestions for where to begin your research.
Covid-19 Public Memory Project
We are currently living through an unprecedented global event, and it is imperative that it be documented for future generations. The Local History Center at the Port Washington Public Library is proud to announce our COVID-19 PUBLIC MEMORY PROJECT, and
The Sinclair Lewis Collection
Digital Exhibit: The Sinclair Lewis Collection on Google Arts & Culture. Take a look into the life of Sinclair Lewis, the first American author to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. View items from the Port Washington Public Library's special collection
Cross Currents: Life on the Water in Port Washington, NY
This short documentary film was produced by the Local History Center to give an overview of the rich history of nautical life in Port Washington. From clamming to yacht clubs, let this video introduce you to the ways in which