Syosset

Syosset, originally settled as “East Woods” was part of a tract of land purchased from the Matinecock Indians by a Welshman, Robert Williams, in 1648. The acquisition included the territories that are now known as Hicksville, Plainview, Jericho and Woodbury. Prior to the arrival of the railroad, Syosset was a farming community that supplied produce, dairy and meats to larger settlements on Long Island and New York City. Construction of the railroad helped farmers transport goods quickly and competitively into the city.

Fun fact: The name Syosset derived from a Matinecock word meaning “a place in the pines.”