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Roslyn, New York
340 Years of Heritage
Town History Tucked away in a valley on Long Island's North Shore, Roslyn is a nationally recognized preservation success story. Thanks to the hard-work and dedication of countless members, volunteers, and elected officials, the 340-year-old village is not only a showcase of historic American architecture, it is a vibrant community illustrating the economic benefits of good preservation policies. Upon surveying the town today, it is difficult to realize that this was not always the case. In the mid-20th century, Roslyn found itself under attack from insensitive developers, planners and zoning boards. The Gerry family has been acknowledged for initiating the preservation of the town of Roslyn. Due to the efforts of Roger and Peggy Gerry, in the 1960s, the Board of Supervisors for the Town of North Hempstead designated Roslyn as a village worthy of preservation. In 1961, recognizing the need for a non-profit to oversee local preservation efforts, the Gerrys established the Roslyn Landmark Society. Today, the Society is committed to the preservation of our village and the surrounding area. |
