Roslyn NY

Attractions

Nassau County Museum of Art
Museum Drive (off Northern Boulevard), Roslyn Harbor. Inside the historic former Frick Estate, the museum offers ambitious, original exhibitions of renowned European and American art. A 145-acre preserve includes Formal Gardens, Arboretum and the largest publicly-accessible Sculpture Garden on the East Coast. Also featured: the Tee Ridder Miniatures Museum. Open year-round 11-5 p.m.,Tues.-Sun. Fee (484-9337)

Roslyn Clock Tower
N. Main Street. Stone tower built in 1895, and given to the community as a memorial.

Shopping & Dining

Downtown shops, eateries, the Roslyn Park duck pond and historic homes dating back to the Revolution, are among local sights.

Lodging

Roslyn Claremont Hotel
1221 Old Northern Blvd. (625-2700) 76 Rooms

Old Westbury and Brookville

Attractions

Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Road. The Gardens’ 160 acres include the Walled Perennial Garden, the Boxwood Gardens, the formal Rose Garden, Cottage Garden and demonstration gardens, as well as sweeping lawns, over 100 species of trees, rolling fields and wildlife. The Westbury House mansion, virtually unchanged from the time of the Phipps residence, still contains the family’s collection, furnishings and fine arts. Open April-October, Wed.-Mon., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., and for special events in November and December. Guided tours are available. Fee. (333-0048)

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