The Manor (Glen Cove, New York) facts for kids
The Manor is a grand old house, also known as a mansion, located in Glen Cove, New York. It was built in 1910 to be the home of a wealthy couple, John Teele Pratt and Ruth Baker Pratt. A famous architect named Charles A. Platt designed this beautiful building.
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A Mansion with a Story
The Manor has a long and interesting history. It started as a family home for the Pratts.
From Family Home to Film Set
In the 1950s, The Manor became a star! It was used as a filming location for two classic movies: North by Northwest and Sabrina. Imagine famous actors walking through its halls!
Becoming a Special Hotel
After Ruth Pratt passed away in 1965, The Manor changed its purpose. In 1967, it became one of the very first "conference center hotels" in the United States. This means it was a place where groups could stay, hold meetings, and learn. It was first called Harrison House. Then, in 1985, it got a new name: the Glen Cove Mansion Hotel and Conference Center.
The Pratt Mansions of Glen Cove
The Manor is one of five large mansions in Glen Cove that were built for the sons of Charles Pratt. Charles Pratt was a very successful businessman who made his money in the oil industry. These five mansions are all special and have interesting new uses today.
Other Famous Pratt Homes
- The Braes: This mansion is now the Webb Institute of Naval Architecture, a special school where students learn to design ships.
- Welwyn: This home is now the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. It's a place where people can learn about history and tolerance. It's located on the beautiful grounds of the Welwyn Preserve.
- Poplar Hill: This mansion is now the Glengariff Healthcare Center.
- Killenworth: This grand estate is used as a country retreat for the Russian delegation to the United Nations.
