Northport

Ranked #73 in Lighthouse

From bungalows along the coves to the magnificent Victorian houses along Bayview Avenue, Northport truly provides "Images of America."


Once known as Great Cow Harbor, the area that is now Northport grew from a rural farming and fishing village into an industrial hub. Shipyards dominated the harbor's shoreline, while brickworks and sand mines provided building materials for New York City's skyscrapers. As industry flourished, the community grew, and essential amenities for transit, education, and worship were established. During the 19th century, wealthy oyster barons...
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