Historical Society of East Rockaway and Lynbrook

The Historical Society of East Rockaway and Lynbrook is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization focused on preserving and promoting the history of East Rockaway and Lynbrook, New York. Its mission involves discovering, documenting, and sustaining the chronicles of these communities.

Mission and Activities

The Society is dedicated to the preservation of historical documents, photographs, and ephemera related to East Rockaway and Lynbrook. It aims to disseminate this heritage by working with local officials, the public, and educational institutions. Through historical programs and events, the organization attempts to engage the community and foster awareness of the area's rich history. Specifically, the Society offers programs for students, such as an Annual Retrospective aimed at fourth-grade students to increase their understanding of local history.

Collections

The Historical Society maintains extensive collections that include:

• Historical Photographs of East Rockaway and Lynbrook: This collection features images depicting life in both villages, including homes, schools, churches, businesses, community events, maritime activities, beaches, and aspects of everyday life[2].
• Historic Postcards of East Rockaway and Lynbrook: These postcards provide insights into community life in both areas[1][4].
• The Audrey Wood Collection: This includes images of Lynbrook from circa 1880 to 1915[1].
• The Leo H. Bock Collection: A long-time Lynbrook resident's photographs of the area[1].
• Methodist Episcopal and Methodist Protestant Church Records: These records cover marriages, baptisms, deaths, membership, and financial transactions from 1826 to 1896[1].

Affiliations

The Society is a member of the Long Island Library Resources Council, further enhancing its capacity to share historical information and collaborate with other organizations in the region[1].