Manhasset, New York facts for kids
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Manhasset, New York
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Plandome Road in Manhasset's downtown area
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Location in Nassau County and the state of New York
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 Manhasset, New York
Location in Long Island
Manhasset, New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Nassau County |
| Town | North Hempstead |
| First settled | 1680 |
| Named for | "Manhanset", roughly meaning "the Island Neighborhood"; the Manhanset Tribe. |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.42 sq mi (6.27 km2) |
| • Land | 2.38 sq mi (6.18 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 8,176 |
| • Density | 3,428.09/sq mi (1,323.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
11030
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| Area codes | 516, 363 |
| FIPS code | 36-44897 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0956342 |
Manhasset is a small community in Nassau County, on the North Shore of Long Island, in New York. It is a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a place with a name but no official local government of its own.
Manhasset is seen as the main part of the larger Manhasset area. In 2020, about 8,176 people lived here. Even though it's not an official town, its local matters are handled by the Town of North Hempstead. The town hall for North Hempstead is actually located right in Manhasset.
Contents
- The Name Manhasset: What Does it Mean?
- Manhasset's Past: A Look at History
- Manhasset's Location and Surroundings
- Economy: Shopping and Business
- People and Population
- Parks and Fun Activities
- Education: Schools and Libraries
- Infrastructure: How Manhasset Works
- Famous People from Manhasset
- Manhasset in Movies, TV, and Books
- Images for kids
- See also
The Name Manhasset: What Does it Mean?
The name Manhasset was chosen in 1840. It likely comes from a Native American tribe's name. This name roughly means "the island neighborhood."
Manhasset's Past: A Look at History
The Matinecock Native American tribe had a village near Manhasset Bay. They called this area Sint Sink, which meant "place of small stones." These people were skilled at making wampum from oyster shells.
In 1623, the Dutch West India Company claimed this land. By 1640, they started making English settlers leave. However, in 1643, a land purchase allowed English settlers to return. They settled on the Cow Neck Peninsula, where Manhasset is today.
Early Days: Cow Neck and Cow Bay
Manhasset Bay had different names in the past. It was called Schout's Bay and Martin Garretson's Bay. Later, it became known as Cow Bay or Cow Harbor. The peninsula itself was called Cow Neck. This was because it had excellent land for cows to graze.
By 1659, there were over 300 cows in the area. A 5-mile (8 km) fence separated Cow Neck from the southern areas. Settlers agreed that for each part of the fence they built, they could have one cow on the neck. In 1677, the fence was removed, and the land was formally divided. Manhasset became known as Little Cow Neck.
American Revolution and Growth
During the American Revolutionary War, Little Cow Neck faced difficulties from the British. Many buildings, like the 1719 Quaker Meeting House, were damaged or burned. In 1784, the Town of North Hempstead separated from the Town of Hempstead. This happened because the southern part of Hempstead supported the king. The northern communities, including Manhasset, wanted independence.
In 1801, a new toll road, the North Hempstead Turnpike, opened. It cost two cents to travel between Roslyn and Spinney Hill. This road is now called Northern Boulevard.
Modern Development and Changes
The name Manhasset was officially adopted in 1840. Dairy farming was still important, but the oyster industry also grew. In 1898, the Long Island Railroad arrived. This brought wealthy New Yorkers looking for country homes. They wanted easy travel to New York City. Areas like Manhasset Valley and Spinney Hill attracted many skilled workers and immigrant families.
The North Hempstead Town Hall opened in Manhasset in 1907. Before this, town council members met in taverns in Roslyn.
The Manhasset Valley School once served children of workers on large estates. Later, it served the African American community in Manhasset. The school closed in the 1960s due to changes in how schools were run. Today, it is a community center. The old Plandome Road School was replaced by Shelter Rock Elementary School. Now, Mary Jane Davies Green is on the site of the old school.
The Nassau County Police Department serves Manhasset. Their Sixth Precinct station is on Community Drive. In 2005, a Wall Street Journal article named Manhasset the best town for raising a family in the New York metropolitan area. The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) helped Manhasset grow quickly after 1898. The LIRR provides a direct connection to New York City. A trip to Penn Station takes about 40 minutes. Express trains can make the trip in less than 30 minutes during busy times. Manhasset is about 19.5 miles (29.2 km) from midtown Manhattan.
Manhasset's Location and Surroundings
Manhasset covers about 2.4 square miles (6.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The Greater Manhasset Area
The Greater Manhasset area includes the main part of Manhasset and several other communities. These include Bayview, the Strathmores, Shorehaven, Terrace Manor, Manhasset Park, Manhasset Gardens, and Norgate. It also includes three official villages: Munsey Park, Plandome, and Plandome Heights. Parts of other villages like Flower Hill, Plandome Manor, and North Hills are also considered part of the Greater Manhasset area.
Economy: Shopping and Business
The Americana Manhasset mall opened in 1956. It is located on Manhasset's "Miracle Mile," a famous shopping area.
The main business area of Manhasset is near the railroad station on Plandome Road. This is where the LIRR connects to Manhattan. The area has many local shops like bakeries, pizzerias, delis, and coffee shops. There is also a movie theater. In the center of town, you can find a small park and a gazebo. The public library is one block east of Plandome Road. It is next to the historic Quaker Meeting House.
Before the Long Island Rail Road arrived, the main business area was in Manhasset Valley. This area was closer to Manhasset Bay.
People and Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 8,080 | — | |
| 2020 | 8,176 | 1.2% | |
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In 2010, Manhasset had 8,080 people living in 2,744 homes. The population density was about 3,392 people per square mile. In 2018, about 72.5% of the people were white. About 13.8% were Asian, and 8.6% were African American. About 10.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes had children under 18 living there (38.2%). Most households were married couples (63.6%). The average household had 2.80 people. The average family had 3.28 people. About 23.9% of the population was under 18. About 19.2% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Manhasset was 45.9 years.
The average income for a household in Manhasset was $133,456. For families, it was $180,086. The average income per person was $72,973. A small number of people (5.5%) and families (4.0%) lived below the poverty line.
Parks and Fun Activities
The Town of North Hempstead manages several parks in Manhasset. These include Manhasset Valley Park, Mary Jane Davies Green, and Whitney Pond Park.
Park Districts Serving Manhasset
Most of Manhasset is served by two special park districts. These are the Great Neck Park District and the Manhasset Park District. These districts own and operate many parks and parking areas.
If you live in Manhasset and your home is in the Manhasset Union Free School District area, you are served by the Manhasset Park District. If you live in the Spinney Hill part of Manhasset and are in the Great Neck Union Free School District area, you are served by the Great Neck Park District. Only a very small, less populated part of southern Manhasset is not in either of these districts.
Education: Schools and Libraries
Schools in Manhasset
Most children in Manhasset attend public schools in the Manhasset Union Free School District. However, some parts of Manhasset, especially in the south and west, are part of the Great Neck Union Free School District. So, where a child goes to public school depends on where they live in Manhasset.
There are also private schools in Manhasset. One example is St. Mary's High School.
Libraries for Learning
Manhasset is served by two library districts. These are the Great Neck Library District and the Manhasset Library District. The areas these libraries serve match the school district boundaries within Manhasset.
Infrastructure: How Manhasset Works
Getting Around: Transportation
Roads
One main state road, Northern Boulevard (NY 25A), goes through Manhasset.
Other important roads in the hamlet include Bayview Avenue, Community Drive, and Plandome Road.
Trains
The Manhasset station is part of the Long Island Rail Road's Port Washington Branch. It is located in Manhasset's downtown area.
Buses
Manhasset has several bus routes operated by Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE). These include the n20H, n21, n25, and n26 routes. The n20H and n21 buses travel east-west on Northern Boulevard. The n25 and n26 buses go through western Manhasset. They connect to places like Great Neck and Jamaica.
Utilities: Power, Water, and More
Natural Gas
National Grid USA provides natural gas to homes and businesses in Manhasset that have gas lines.
Electricity
PSEG Long Island supplies electricity to all homes and businesses in the hamlet.
Water
The entire area of Manhasset gets its water from the Manhasset–Lakeville Water District.
Healthcare and Safety Services
Healthcare
North Shore University Hospital is located in Manhasset on Community Drive. It is part of Northwell Health.
Fire Services
The Manhasset–Lakeville Fire District provides fire services for all of Manhasset.
Police Services
The Nassau County Police Department's 6th Precinct serves all of Manhasset. Their main office is on Community Drive in the hamlet.
Famous People from Manhasset
Many notable people have lived in Manhasset, including:
- Jim Brown (born 1936), a famous football player and actor.
- Billy Crudup (born 1968), an actor known for movies like Big Fish.
- R. A. Dickey (born 1974), a former Major League Baseball pitcher.
- Boomer Esiason (born 1961), a former professional football player and sports radio host.
- Leroy Grumman (1895–1982), who founded Grumman Aircraft.
- Chris Jericho (born 1970), a professional wrestler and lead singer of the band Fozzy.
- Patrick McEnroe (born 1966), a tennis player and U.S. Davis Cup captain.
- Bill O'Reilly (born 1949), a television commentator and author.
- Anthony Scaramucci (born 1964), a businessman and former White House Communications Director.
- Arthur Treacher (1894–1975), an actor.
Manhasset in Movies, TV, and Books
Manhasset has been featured in many popular culture works:
Films
- Miracle on 34th Street (1947): A character mentions wanting to buy a home in Manhasset.
- Boiler Room (2000): Some driving scenes show parts of Manhasset.
- The Wolf of Wall Street (2013): Buildings in Manhasset can be seen.
Television
- Saturday Night Live (1980): A short film called Manhasset made fun of the movie Manhattan.
- Will & Grace: Karen jokes about flying her helicopter to a store in Manhasset.
- Everybody Loves Raymond (1996): Uncle Gus owned a carpet store in Manhasset.
- The Blacklist (2013): Scenes were filmed on Onderdonk Avenue and George Street.
Literature
- The Great Gatsby (1925): The eastern shore of Manhasset Bay inspired the fictional "East Egg" in this famous novel.
- The Tender Bar (2005): This memoir by J.R. Moehringer takes place in Manhasset.
Music
- The Manhansett Quartet was one of the first vocal groups to record music commercially, starting around 1892.
International Relations
- Manhasset negotiations (2007–2008): A series of important talks to resolve the Western Sahara conflict took place in Manhasset.
- Greentree Accord (2006): This agreement between Nigeria and Cameroon about the Bakassi peninsula was signed in Manhasset.
Images for kids
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The Manhasset Public Library in 2022
See also
In Spanish: Manhasset (Nueva York) para niños
