Best Things to Do in East Garden City
6 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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African American Museum
The African American Museum in the Mott Section at 110 North Franklin Street showcases local and national African American artists and hosts events such as Black History Month. The 6,000‑sq‑ft building was renamed on 18 May 2021 to honor long‑time directors. It opened in 1970 and is operated by the Museum Services Division of Nassau County.
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Cradle of Aviation Museum
The Cradle of Aviation Museum is an aerospace museum located in East Garden City, Uniondale, New York on Long Island. It commemorates Long Island’s role in aviation history and sits on land that was part of Mitchel Air Force Base, close to Roosevelt Field and other Hempstead Plains airfields.
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Nassau County Firefighters Museum
The Nassau County Firefighters Museum in East Garden City showcases the history of local firefighting.
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Museum Row
Museum Row showcases a collection of local art and history exhibits that highlight the region’s cultural evolution. Visitors can explore rotating displays and participate in educational workshops throughout the day.
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Eisenhower Park Firefighters Memorial
Eisenhower Park Firefighters Memorial is located in the East Garden City neighborhood.
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Long Island Children Museum
The Long Island Children Museum is a children's museum located on the campus of Mitchel Field in East Garden City.