Historical markers at three town sites
Summary
The town historian wants markers honoring the town's oldest business, the Aquebogue Park area, and the Wading River Congregational Church, timed to America's 250th anniversary. A foundation grant would cover the roughly $5,000-per-marker cost, so taxpayers wouldn't pay. Board members were supportive but want the wording fixed first.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
No cost to town taxpayers if the Palmer Foundation grant comes through — about $5,000 per marker otherwise.
Residents and visitors interested in local history, plus the hamlets getting recognition for their historic sites.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Riverhead honors former slave Brister Youngs with historic marker at Aquebogue Cemetery
A former slave buried at the second-oldest cemetery in Riverhead is getting his recognition as a critical piece of the town’s Black history. Riverhead Town’s Landmarks Preservation Commission on Thursday placed a historic marker right at the entrance...
Town Board Work Session - Oct 8, 2026
The town historian wants markers honoring the town's oldest business, the Aquebogue Park area, and the Wading River Congregational Church, timed to America's 250th anniversary. A foundation grant would cover the roughly $5,000-per-marker cost, so taxpayers wouldn't pay. Board members were supportive but want the wording fixed first.
First historic markers proposed in Riverhead to recognize lives of enslaved residents
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