Washington Spy Trail

11/11/2025

🏰 Did you know? Oheka Castle was the second largest private residence built in the U.S.! Today, you can tour, dine, or even stay overnight in this stunning historic castle! 🥂🛌
Built in the early 1900s by Otto Henry Kahn (O-He-Ka = his initials ✨), this 109,000 sq ft French Chateau features a grand staircase inspired by Chateau de Fontainebleau in France.
📅 Plan your visit: https://www.oheka.com/

11/05/2025

🎤✨ THE DOO W*P PROJECT: ECHOES OF THE STREET
🗓️ Sat., Nov 22, 2025 | 🕗 8 PM
📍 The Staller Center, Stony Brook
💵 Tickets: $50–$66
Get ready to fall in love with Doo W*p all over again! ❤️🎶 Hear classics like Whispering Bells, So Much in Love, Blue Moon, Sherry, and My Girl—plus amazing Doo W*p versions of modern hits from Taylor Swift, Pharrell, Daft Punk & Chris Stapleton!
More at: https://www.stallercenter.com/Calendar.php
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11/03/2025

The Ward Melville Heritage Organization had a fantastic run of our Hidden Beneath the Floorboards walking tour last week - every date was sold out! Our Education Manager, Tara, shared fascinating (and spooky!) local history with all who attended. 👻 Thank you to everyone who joined us, we can’t wait for our next walking tours! Stay tuned for what’s to come!

10/30/2025

🌳🍁 On Long Island’s beautiful North Shore, the 🍂 leaves hold on just a little longer than they do upstate — giving you more time to enjoy the colors of fall!
Take a scenic ride along historic Route 25A and discover charming parks, villages, mansions, museums, and fascinating Revolutionary War history 🏛️✨.
Make it a getaway! 🧳 Stay overnight at a cozy inn or take advantage of fall rates at the Holiday Inn Express in Stony Brook, perfectly located in the heart of the North Shore with easy access to all the area’s attractions.
👉 Learn more: https://washingtonspytrail.com/holiday-inn-express-stony-brook/

10/24/2025

🎃👻 Oyster Bay’s Annual Halloween Parade is back!
Join Raynham Hall Museum for a spooktacular Ghost Walk & Dance Party! Bring your little ghosts & goblins (two or four-legged 👻🐶), lanterns, and noisemakers for a parade through town. 🕯️🎶
Parade kicks off at Oyster Bay High School and ends at Townsend Park with a DJ, food, drinks, and ghostly fun!
🗓️ Nov 1 | 5:45–8:30 PM
📍 150 E Main St, Oyster Bay, NY
👉 Learn more: https://raynhamhallmuseum.org/events/oyster-bay-halloween-ghost-walk-dance-party-695-335/

10/18/2025

🍂 Explore Long Island’s scenic North Shore this Autumn on the Washington Spy Trail.
Follow the posted signs 🚗➡️ along Route 25A and uncover stories of Revolutionary War spies ⚔️, daring 1920s rumrunners, and the grand Gold Coast estates 🏰 of the early 1900s.
Some of these historic mansions now welcome visitors as museums and gardens 🌸🌳, while many sites keep the region’s incredible Revolutionary history alive 📜.
Charming villages 🏘️, great dining options 🍽️, and overnight accommodations 🛎️ await.
Come explore the rich tapestry of Long Island’s North Shore! 🌟

🕵️‍♂️!https://washingtonspytrail.com/

10/10/2025

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! 🎉 Discover Long Island has announced the finalists for their Annual Tourism Awards, recognizing the people and projects that shape Long Island’s vibrant $7.9 billion tourism industry.
We’re proud that the Washington Spy Trail initiative has been nominated for the 2025 Cultural Heritage Spotlight Award! 🕵️‍♂️✨
The Spy Trail brings history to life with signage along Rte. 25A, plus a website, brochure, and communications that highlight the North Shore region’s rich history, art, and culture.
https://washingtonspytrail.com/

10/08/2025

👻✨ Historic Spirits Tour at Raynham Hall ✨👻
Step inside Raynham Hall and explore the lives of three generations of the Townsend family with Samantha Lynn Difronzo, Spiritualist Healer. 🌙💫
🏠 Discover the home of Robert Townsend, key member of George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring, and learn about the time it was occupied by British officer Col. John Graves Simcoe during the Revolutionary War. ⚔️ Samantha Lynn Difronzo uses her unique spiritual gifts to unlock the energy within🌟
📅 Date: Oct 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Raynham Hall Museum, 20 West Main Street, Oyster Bay, NY
🔗 More info & tickets: https://raynhamhallmuseum.org/events/historic-spirits-tour-2/

10/01/2025

Join Stony Brook Village’s Hidden Beneath the Floorboards walking tour! ✨👻 🏘️
Discover:
⚓ Tales of piracy
📜 The Long Island witch trials
🏚️ The history behind the haunting at Country House Restaurant
🔮 How ghostly spirits and the occult connect to the birth of the Suffrage Movement
💔 Stony Brook’s star-crossed lovers who reunite each Halloween
💵 $15 per person
📅 Dates & Times: 10/29, 10/30, and 10/31
📞 Reserve your spot: 631-751-2244
Note: This is not a ghost tour.
More at: https://stonybrookvillage.com/event/hidden-beneath-the-floorboards-halloween-walking-tour/

Tour times available: Wednesday, 10/29 @ 10:30AM and 3:50PM Thursday, 10/30 @ 10:30AM and 3:50PM Friday, 10/31 @ 10:50AM Hidden Beneath the Floorboards leads you through a hauntingly historic walking ... Read more

10/01/2025

09/26/2025

✨ Step Back in Time at Oheka Castle! ✨
Experience the grandeur of this world-renowned castle on Long Island on an Historic Mansion Tour. Guided by knowledgeable docents, you'll explore the stunning estate and beautifully manicured formal gardens. 🌿🏰
Tours are by reservation only, so be sure to check the calendar for available dates and times.
💖 Tours start at 11 AM daily, with additional 6 PM tours on certain days.
Reserve your spot today and immerse yourself in elegance and history!
📅 https://tinyurl.com/8x8y7be5

09/18/2025

✨ Broadway royalty is coming to Staller Center! 🎶
Experience the incredible Brian Stokes Mitchell—a Tony Award-winning star who rose to fame on Broadway in the 1990s and won hearts (and a Tony!) with his unforgettable role in Kiss Me, Kate. 🎭✨
Known for his rich baritone and magnetic stage presence, Brian Stokes Mitchell brings a night of powerhouse vocals and musical brilliance you won’t forget. 💫
📅 Saturday, September 27
🕗 8:00 PM
Tickets at: https://www.stallercenter.com/_Fall2025