Lloyd Harbor, New York facts for kids
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Lloyd Harbor, New York
Caumsett
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| Incorporated Village of Lloyd Harbor | |
U.S. Census map of Lloyd Harbor
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 Lloyd Harbor, New York
Location in New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Suffolk |
| Town | Huntington |
| Incorporated | 1926 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.66 sq mi (27.61 km2) |
| • Land | 9.33 sq mi (24.17 km2) |
| • Water | 1.33 sq mi (3.44 km2) |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,571 |
| • Density | 382.66/sq mi (147.75/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
11743
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| Area code(s) | 631, 934 |
| FIPS code | 36-43005 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0955762 |
Lloyd Harbor is a small village located on the North Shore of Long Island in New York. It is part of the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County. In 2020, about 3,571 people lived there.
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History of Lloyd Harbor
Early Days and Native Americans
The land where Lloyd Harbor is now was first home to the Matinecock Native Americans. In 1654, they sold about 3,000 acres of land to English settlers. The Matinecock people called this area Caumsett, which means "place by sharp rock."
The Lloyd Family's Influence
In 1676, a man named James Lloyd bought this land. His son, Henry Lloyd, later took over. Henry Lloyd started a farm and built a house, which you can still see today in Caumsett State Park. After Henry died in 1763, his son Joseph built the Joseph Lloyd Manor House. During the American Revolutionary War, the British took over the area and built forts, including Fort Franklin. Joseph Lloyd had to leave his home. The last Lloyd family member to own the estate was Henry Lloyd IV, in 1841.
From Farmland to Tourist Spot
In the 1880s, Lloyd's Neck became a popular stop for steamboats. These boats brought tourists and wealthy people from New York City to visit the area. In 1886, Lloyd's Neck, which was once part of Queens County, became part of the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County.
The Gold Coast Era and Village Incorporation
The early 1900s brought a time known as the "Gold Coast" era to Long Island. Many rich families bought land and built large mansions along the coast. Some of these families included William Matheson, Marshall Field III, and George McKesson. In 1926, Lloyd Neck and West Neck officially became a village and were named Lloyd Harbor.
Modern Uses of Old Estates
Today, many of these grand estates have new purposes. For example, Marshall Field III's estate is now Caumsett State Historic Park. Another estate became a Roman Catholic seminary. Some are now county parks or wildlife refuges. Charles Robertson's estate is now the Banbury Center, a meeting place for Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.
Protecting the Environment
In 1969, a company wanted to build a nuclear power plant in Lloyd Harbor. However, many local people were against it. Ferdinand Eberstadt even gave his 80-acre estate to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This land became the Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge, protecting the local wildlife.
Geography and Landscape
Lloyd Harbor covers about 10.6 square miles (27.6 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 9.4 square miles (24.17 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.3 square miles (3.44 square kilometers), is water. The village is known for its beautiful coastal areas.
Population and Community
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 480 | — | |
| 1940 | 603 | 25.6% | |
| 1950 | 945 | 56.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,521 | 166.8% | |
| 1970 | 3,371 | 33.7% | |
| 1980 | 3,405 | 1.0% | |
| 1990 | 3,343 | −1.8% | |
| 2000 | 3,675 | 9.9% | |
| 2010 | 3,660 | −0.4% | |
| 2020 | 3,571 | −2.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 3,675 people living in Lloyd Harbor. The population density was about 393 people per square mile. The village is mostly made up of families, with many households having children under 18. The average household had about 3 people. The median age in the village was 41 years old.
Education
All children living in Lloyd Harbor attend public schools in the Cold Spring Harbor Central School District. This means the village is entirely within this school district's boundaries.
Notable People Who Lived Here
Many famous people have lived in Lloyd Harbor over the years. Some of them include:
- Christie Brinkley, a famous model
- Taylor Dayne, a singer
- Robin Gibb, a singer from the Bee Gees
- Billy Joel, a well-known singer and songwriter
- Angelina Jolie, a famous actress
- Sean Hannity, a political commentator
- John Phillips, a singer and songwriter from The Mamas & the Papas
- Bijou Phillips, an actress and model
- Jerry Seinfeld, a popular comedian and actor
- Dee Snider, the singer for the band Twisted Sister
See also
In Spanish: Lloyd Harbor para niños
