Centerport, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Centerport, New York
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Centerport Harbor, November 2005
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 Centerport, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Suffolk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.65 sq mi (9.44 km2) |
| • Land | 2.21 sq mi (5.73 km2) |
| • Water | 1.43 sq mi (3.71 km2) |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,822 |
| • Density | 2,632.01/sq mi (1,016.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
11721
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| Area code(s) | 631 |
| FIPS code | 36-13442 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0946210 |
Centerport is a small community called a hamlet in Suffolk County, New York. It is located on the North Shore of Long Island. This area is sometimes called the "Gold Coast" because many wealthy families built large homes there.
Long ago, around 1700, Centerport was known as Little Cow Harbor. It got its current name, Centerport, in 1836. The name "Centerport" refers to its location. It is midway between the east and west sides of the town of Huntington.
In 2010, about 5,508 people lived in Centerport. The area is known for its beautiful homes and beachfront hills. Many people enjoy boating and sailing here. The Centerport Yacht Club, started in 1947, is a popular spot for these activities. They hold many races and events each year.
One of the oldest houses in Centerport is Suydam House, built in 1730. It is a special type of house called a saltbox house.
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Learning in Centerport
Centerport is part of the Harborfields Central School District. Students attend Harborfields High School, Oldfield Middle School, T.J. Lahey Elementary School, and Washington Drive Primary School. These schools have even won special awards for being excellent!
Exploring Centerport's Geography
Centerport is located at 40°53′34″N 73°22′41″W / 40.89278°N 73.37806°W. It covers about 6 square kilometers (2.3 square miles) in total. Most of this area is land, with some parts being water.
A famous place in Centerport is the estate of William Kissam Vanderbilt II. His mansion, called Eagle's Nest, is now the Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium. It's a great place to learn about history and space!
Camp Alvernia in Centerport has a long history. It was the first Catholic summer camp in the United States, opening in 1888. Today, Camp Alvernia is still open. It welcomes over 900 children aged 3 to 14 every summer.
Who Lives in Centerport?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 5,446 | — | |
| 2010 | 5,508 | 1.1% | |
| 2020 | 5,822 | 5.7% | |
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In 2000, there were 5,446 people living in Centerport. About 2,022 households called Centerport home. Many families lived there, with 34.9% of households having children under 18. The average household had about 2.68 people.
The population was spread out in terms of age. About 25% of the people were under 18 years old. The median age was 40 years. This means half the people were younger than 40 and half were older.
Centerport in Pop Culture
- In the Marvel Comics universe, a superhero named Angel, who is a member of the X-Men, was born in Centerport.
Famous People from Centerport
Many interesting people have connections to Centerport:
- Arthur Dove, a well-known artist.
- Buzz Feiten, a talented musician.
- Gregg Hughes, a radio personality.
- Sergei Rachmaninoff, a famous Russian composer, spent two summers here.
- William Kissam Vanderbilt II, a wealthy businessman whose estate is now a museum.
- Mariah Carey, a world-famous singer, songwriter, and actress.
Images for kids
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Hall's Automobile Resort and Hotel, 1910s
See also
In Spanish: Centerport (Nueva York) para niños
