About the village of Northport
Northport, New York is a historic maritime village on the northern shore of Long Island in Suffolk County, New York. Initially designated "Great Cow Harbour" by 17th-century English colonists, the area was officially renamed the area Northport in 1837. Over the years Northport has expanded from its original borders, annexing other established communities.
Northport is known for its Victorian era village center, still featuring the trolley tracks that were used to bring visitors from the Long Island Rail Road Station to the harbor. Northport's Main Street runs from the Village Green along the harbor-front to Vernon Valley, which has since become part of the neighboring community of East Northport. As of 2010, the village has a population of about 7,401+ residents and uses the Northport-East Northport School District in Huntington, NY along with other surrounding communities.
When you hear that Northport is located on Long Island in New York, you can’t help but imagine that it’s full of large crowds and stores. Northport is the exact opposite. It is the part of Long Island where you can sit back and relax with the family at the park, at the theatre, by the water or dock, or even get involved in water sports!
There is so much to see and do on Main Street in Northport too! Browse incredible displays of collectibles at Cow Harbor Fine Gifts and Collectibles, go wine-tasting at the Tasting Room on Main, attend a broadway show at the John W. Engeman Theatre, or dine out at one of the fine restaurants available. An extra plus? You can even visit Breakfast at Tim's Shipwreck Diner where the scene from "In and Out" starring Kevin Kline and Tom Selleck was filmed! Beside Main Street, you will also find the town dock and Village Green to walk the pier.
Through every season, you will find something to do in Northport! There is a slew of different style events forever happening in town. Visit the waterfront playground, wander through the sidewalk sales, attend street fairs, or watch the boats at the pier and boatyards! With all of the magnificent history of the town and the contemporary amenities, Northport is truly the perfect village to choose when searching for your next home or property. There's something for everyone here, and just a short distance away from your new home!
Check out the Community Calendar for a peek at the spectacular events that go on!
