Amityville, New York

The next time you plan to be in New York City for business or pleasure, consider a side trip to the nearby village of Amityville, just 20 miles outside the City and located on the South beach of Long Island. Incorporated in 1894, Amityville has a population of just over 9,000 (about 3,000 families), this bedroom community offers a refreshing view of suburban life in this lovely bay area. The median income is $49,000. There are some fine older homes along with more contemporary dwellings in this quiet town where everyone seems to know each other and will eagerly welcome guests. History reveals a charming if simple beginning for the town. In 1897 the Amityville Social Club was formed, and 1898 saw the first graduating high school class. In 1950 the high school was built, and in 1973 the business district was updated and refurbished. Today the Amityville Historical Society and the Rotary are just two of the organizations that help to enhance civic life. The two main newspapers are the Amityville Record and the New York Newsday. Businesses include Brownstone’s Coffee and the Dinghy Shop. Like any other town of its size,

Amityville boasts a church and Boy Scouts troop for citizens. Come and visit this unique community that is not spoiled by tourism and retains a sense of personal identity. Lodging and food are available at affordable rates, and you can enjoy nearby recreational pastimes of horseback riding, golf, sailing, or sightseeing. You will appreciate the advantages of small-town America with its proximity to big-scale neighbors like New York City. Check with the Chamber of Commerce by visiting the online site for tourist and lodging information. Or stop by whenever you’re in the neighborhood to see for yourself the charm that remains open and inviting to visitors who are passing through the area.