This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, we're keeping Long Island's LI250 celebrations going with a special on-location episode filmed at the historic William Floyd Estate in Mastic Beach! As the home of William Floyd, one of the few New Yorkers to sign the Declaration of Independence, this remarkable landmark offers the perfect backdrop to continue celebrating Long Island's vital role in America's founding. Of course, William Floyd was a proud Long Islander!
Sharon and Stacy also catch listeners up on everything happening at Discover Long Island, including the organization's successful quarterly immersion in Huntington, where the leadership team shared an inside look at the year-round work that drives Long Island's visitor economy. They also recap a fun staff outing at Adventureland, where the team got a firsthand look at the exciting new attractions and enhancements guests can experience this season.
#ShowUsYourLongIslander
This week's spotlight features Long Island photographer Xiomaro (See-Oh-Mah-Ro), whose remarkable exhibition, *The Seat of Action* at the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook, is helping visitors experience history in an entirely new way. His striking photographs of the William Floyd Estate offer a rare and deeply personal look at the life of William Floyd, the only Long Island signer of the Declaration of Independence.
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#LongIslandRevolutionaryRoots
This week, we sit down with Fire Island National Seashore Superintendent Alexcy Romero from the National Park Service for a fascinating conversation about the William Floyd Estate. Alexcy shares what makes this historic property so special, why preserving William Floyd's legacy is so important, and what it means to lead the dedicated team responsible for caring for one of Long Island's most significant Revolutionary-era landmarks. It's an inspiring look behind the scenes at the people working every day to preserve Long Island's place in American history.
Plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/fiis/planyourvisit/williamfloydestate.htm
#LongIslandLife
This week we're discussing:
-A major naturalization ceremony in Central Islip, where 86 people from 37 countries officially became United States citizens.
-The East End Seaport Museum's restoration project preserving the iconic Bug Light lighthouse on the North Fork.
-More than $10 million in new state funding expanding childcare opportunities for Long Island families.
-Two 12-year-old entrepreneurs from Islandia turning a pandemic hobby into a successful baking business.
-Some of the best ways to enjoy Long Island's waterfront this summer, from sailing adventures and fishing charters to scenic cruises.
#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland
Friday, July 10
Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience – Suffolk Theater
The Wedding Singer – John W. Engeman Theater
Vintage Vinyl: Paint & Pour Workshop – Long Island Museum of American Art, History & Carriages
Bay Shore Farmers Market
Neon Nights – Splish Splash Water Park
Saturday, July 11
Nikola Tesla Expo – Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe
Shelter Island Fireworks Cruise – Sail Selina
Nugent Carriage House Thrift Shop – Southampton History Museum
Sunday, July 12
Sea Glass Festival – Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor
Huntington Lighthouse Tours
For more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.
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