Everything Babylon is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Babylon.
31 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
This lighthouse has guided ships through treacherous waters for over 150 years, and its light can be seen for miles. The original Fire Island Lighthouse was authorized by Congress in 1825 and completed in 1826. However,…
Walk in the footsteps of jazz legend John Coltrane, who composed his masterpiece 'A Love Supreme' in this very house. From 1964 until his death in 1967, this ranch house in Dix Hills, New York, was home to John Coltrane…
Right here is where the legendary Walt Whitman began his journey. He was born in this farmhouse on May 31 1819. The house was built by his father, Walter Whitman, Senior, around 1810. The Whitman family lived here until…
Step back in time at this preserved 1885 railroad station, a testament to the golden age of rail travel on Long Island. Originally built in 1867, the first train station in Wantagh served the South Side Railroad of Long…
Imagine the lavish parties and exclusive gatherings of wealthy businessmen at this Gold Coast-era recreational club. The South Side Sportsmen's Club was a retreat for the elite, operating from the 1870s through the…
Prepare to be transported to a world of Jazz Age glamour – you're approaching Oheka Castle, rumored to be the inspiration for F. Scott Fitzgerald's *The Great Gatsby*. Otto Hermann Kahn, a wealthy financier,…
Pull over for a minute and reflect on the lives of Oakdale residents past, here at St. Johns Episcopal Church and Cemetery. The church you see standing today was expanded and remodeled in 1843. A stained glass window…
This beach isn't just sand and surf; it's a testament to one man's vision for public recreation. Jones Beach State Park, a New York icon, was developed in the 1920s and offers miles of sandy shoreline and striking art…
Imagine living in a house that's seen over three centuries pass! That's the story of the John Wood House, right here in Huntington Station. Built around 1704, this wasn't just a house; it was a home, built in the…
Take a look at that beautifully restored oyster sloop; it’s a tangible link to Long Island’s rich maritime past. This is the *Modesty*, built in 1923 by The Wood and Chute Shipyard in Greenport. She was modeled after…
This unusual octagonal house, built in 1859, stands as a unique example of architectural experimentation. The Prime–Octagon House, located on Prime Avenue in Huntington, New York, was completed in 1859. It sits right…
Pull over here for a second; this unassuming building has seen centuries of travelers pass through. Halliock Inn, dating back to the 18th century, served as a vital gathering place in the Village of the Branch. The Inn…
This unassuming church tells a powerful story of faith and community in the face of adversity. Bethel AME Church was cofounded in 1843 by Peter Crippen and Nelson Smith. The original church building, the one you see…
Once a bustling Air Force base dating back to 1918, Mitchel Field played a crucial role in early aviation and military history. Originally named Hazelhurst Aviation Field #2, the facility was quickly renamed Mitchel…
Imagine sailing across the Atlantic to build a new life – that's exactly what Captain Thomas Fleet did, right here near Huntington. Around 1660, Captain Fleet arrived from England with his family and his own ship. He…
Prepare to be transported to a world of Gilded Age extravagance! This is the Vanderbilt Museum, once the magnificent estate of William Vanderbilt II. William Vanderbilt II, grandson of Cornelius Vanderbilt, inherited a…
Picture this: a pharmaceutical king decided he needed a castle, and that's exactly what he built right here. Tour this massive 40-room mansion built in the style of a medieval French château for a pharmaceutical…
Imagine Gatsby throwing a party – that's the vibe of Old Westbury Gardens! This place was built as a lavish country estate for a wealthy family during America's Gilded Age. John Shaffer Phipps, an heir to a massive…
Step inside a time capsule at this general store, operating since 1857. Since before the Civil War, the Saint James General Store has been serving the community at the corner of Moriches and Harbor Hill Roads. It became…
Guiding ships since 1857, this lighthouse stands as a sentinel at the entrance to Huntington Bay. It's the Huntington Harbor Light, originally called Lloyd Harbor Lighthouse. In 1857, they established a lighthouse here.…
You are at Sagamore Hill in Oyster Bay, New York, Theodore Roosevelt's home from eighteen eighty-five until his death in nineteen nineteen. Twenty-three rooms on one hundred fifty-five acres overlooking Oyster Bay, and…
Just a stone's throw from Theodore Roosevelt's beloved Sagamore Hill stands another piece of Roosevelt history: the Yellowbanks estate. Built in 1881, Yellowbanks was commissioned by James A. Roosevelt, Theodore's…
Ever wonder what it takes to build a town from scratch? Well, right here you're driving through the vision of A.T. Stewart, a retail giant who dreamed of a perfectly planned community. In the 1870s, Stewart, already…
Pull over a sec; this is where you can learn about the Christeen, the oldest oyster sloop in the United States! She's a real piece of Long Island history. Built in 1883 in Glenwood Landing, the Christeen spent years…
This abandoned 500-room school building whispers tales of a bygone era of education.St. Paul's School was founded in 1877 by Alexander Stewart, the founder of Garden City. It was intended as a school for boys. The…
Ever wonder where America's yachting tradition took sail? You're near one of its birthplaces. The Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club is among the oldest yacht clubs in the Western Hemisphere. Founded in 1871, the club…
This grist mill, built in 1699, not only ground grain but also defined a town boundary. Back in the late 17th century, folks realized they needed a reliable way to grind their grain, and this spot on Stony Brook seemed…
Imagine navigating these waters before GPS, relying only on the steady beam from Eatons Neck Light. Built in 1798, this lighthouse was designed by John McComb, Jr., the same architect who later worked on New York City…
This unassuming spot marks a legacy of bravery on the Long Island Sound. Coast Guard Station Eatons Neck is the oldest Coast Guard Station in New York. Founded in 1849 by the New York Lifesaving Benevolent Association,…
Pull over for a second; you're about to see two estates that tell a century-long story of Long Island wealth and artistry. These are the Clayton and Cedarmere Estates, now listed together on historical registers.…
These Spanish Revival towers offer a glimpse into the opulent architecture of Long Beach's past. The Granada Towers were designed in 1929 in the Spanish Revival style, a popular architectural movement at the time. The…