Cold Spring Harbor is a community steeped in history. It rose to its prime during the whaling boom of the mid 1800’s. It seems as if every building still standing from that time long ago has its sto [ ... ]
The hallways of this hospital lie quiet and littered with debris. Brunswick Hospital was a small community facility located in Amityville. It served the communities of the south shores of the Nassau/S [ ... ]
Nestled quietly on North Country Road in the historic town of Stony Brook sits a small yet elegant restaurant with a haunted past. The Stony Brook Country House Restaurant has been the home of an othe [ ... ]
Riverhead ShipwreckTuesday, 03 January 2012 | John LeitaWhile walking along the shoreline of Reeves Beach you will come to what
appears to be the ruins of an old pier or dock. Upon closer inspection,
it looks more like the ruins of an old ship. If... + Full Story
Candlelight Evening at Old Bethpage VillageSaturday, 10 December 2011 | Laura M. CummingsThe holidays often bring to mind thoughts and images of the past, old
fashioned carolers singing in the streets, and enjoying traditional
festivities that have passed down from generation to... + Full Story
Drive-In TheatersSunday, 04 December 2011 | John LeitaNot all ruins are from an ancient time, pre-dating our own lifetimes. Many of us spent carefree nights of youthfulness at Long Island's long gone drive-in movie theaters. I still fondly remember... + Full Story
What is Long Island Oddities?
LIO is dedicated to covering all that makes Long Island the interesting and unique place we all love. We aim to meet this goal through this website, documentaries we produce, lectures, and a magazine. We maintain an online store where you can help support our future endeavors.
This website is broken down into the following sections:
Here you will find our books, magazine and DVDs. Our magazine brings you more of the things you come here for, our DVDs document Long Island in all its bountiful oddness, and our books are truly unique. Take a look.
Abandoned Long Island A glimpse into the past can be seen in abandoned buildings across the island. Some are monumental and have stood the test of time, while others have sadly been demolished. We cover abandoned factories, state hospitals, houses, and historic sites.
Bygone Long Island These articles are about bygone leftovers from eras long past. Unlike sites covered in the abandoned section, these sites are not necessarily abandoned, but still are a link to our heritage as Long Islanders.
Cemeteries These are not your run of the mill burial grounds. To make it into this section a cemetery must be notable for either uniqueness, or historical connection.
Paranormal & Folklore This section covers Long Island's rich folklore. These are Stories that are passed down from generations. Here tales about infamously haunted locations all around the island. We also cover Long Island's UFO sightings, crashes and abductions. Even if you don't believe in the paranormal, the tales are part of our heritage.
These articles cover the odder things you drive by everyday but may not know much about. Also covered are quaint little roadside eateries, such as small diners and luncheonettes. Basically, all the things that make a typical Long Island Road trip exciting are covered here..
Urban Exploring LI Urban Exploring has become a pastime to those seeking to explore what most never get to see, such as abandonments, and hidden infrastructure. Take a look at what this hobby entails, ramifications and how it is rewarding. Then take a look at some of the active steam tunnels that lie under some of LI's institutions of higher learning.
Forums A place where you can meet with other odd Long Islanders, chat about the topics covered on this site, share what you know, and find out new things.
Here you will find our books, magazine and DVDs. Our magazine brings you more of the things you come here for, our DVDs document Long Island in all its bountiful oddness, and our books are truly unique. Take a look.
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