Built in January 1901 as the third depot to serve the Breslau/Lindenhurst community, the Society will celebrate the buildings’ 125th Anniversary with the completion of a 2 year-long renovation project enhancing both buildings and the adjoining railroad hack.

Lindenhurst, NY – The Lindenhurst Historical Society invites residents, history buffs, and railroad aficionados to take a “sneak peek” at the newly renovated Freight House, one of the three buildings that make up the museum complex at Irmisch Historic Park, located at the intersection of South Broadway and South Third Street on Saturday March 28, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Improvements to the Depot, Freight House and Hack have been funded in part by the Inc. Village of Lindenhurst and through generous Suffolk County Omnibus grant funds, but the elbow grease, creativity and tender loving care was provided by the unwavering diligence and dedication of Society members and volunteers led by Lindenhurst Historical Society President Evie Sosna, Lindenhurst Museum Director Marianne Gulieiri and Site Manager Ed “Skip” Meinhold. On March 28 visitors will be able to view the recently renovated interior of the Freight House, replete with railroad artifacts relating to the 1870 founding of our community as Breslau. Visitors who have not been able to visit the Depot and “Hack”, renovated last year, will be able to do so on March 28. The Old Village Hall Museum, which celebrated its grand reopening last July, will be opened as well and docents will be on hand to host visitors as they tour the entire site.

The Old Village Hall Museum is opened to the public year-round; during the fall and winter months on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2PM – 4PM and during the spring and summer months, hours on Fridays from 2PM to 4PM are added. Credited as Long Island’s first railroad museum, the 1901 Restored LIRR Depot and Freight House replicates the Lindenhurst stop on the LIRR, recalling its original location along East Hoffman Avenue, close to the grade crossing at No. Wellwood Ave. The Depot and Freight House are open to the public from June through October on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 2:00PM to 4:00PM. Admission is free for all museums; donations are gratefully accepted.

Lindenhurst Village officials were honored to join the recent St. Patrick’s Day festivities at the Lindenhurst Moose Lodge. Attendees enjoyed a fantastic evening filled with community spirit, and a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner that did not disappoint. The crowd was also treated to an incredible performance by the Mise Eire Irish Step Dancers, and DJ Gerry Ferretti kept the energy high with all the Irish classics.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said “I would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Lindenhurst Moose Lodge for hosting such a wonderful event and bringing the ‘Luck of the Irish’ to Lindenhurst.”

Pictured here (left to right): Mayor Michael Lavorata, Bridget Ahlers, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Trustee Douglas Madlon with Lodge Administrator Chris Ahlers, celebrating his upcoming birthday with family and friends.

Thanks to $1 million in funding secured through the office of Congressman Andrew Garbarino, the Village of Lindenhurst is continuing major improvements along Wellwood Avenue.

You may have noticed tree removal on North Wellwood Avenue. Similar to the recent upgrades on South Wellwood, these trees will be replaced with more downtown-friendly varieties – designed with root systems that won’t disrupt sidewalks and limbs that won’t interfere with overhead wiring.

This marks the first phase of the project. Just like South Wellwood Avenue, sidewalks and pavers will be fully replaced, and the North Wellwood roadway will also be repaved.

And as before, for every tree removed, the Village will plant two new trees. If you would like to be added to the list to receive a tree, please email info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov. Plantings are subject to availability and inspection by the Horticulture Department.

We appreciate your patience as we continue enhancing our downtown!

Mayor Brennan began his service to our community in May 1999, filling a vacancy as Village Trustee, and was elected to a full four-year term in March 2000. In March 2004, he was elected Mayor and went on to be re-elected in 2008, 2012, and 2016. He stepped down from his role in 2017, leaving behind a lasting legacy of leadership, integrity, and dedication during a transformative time in our Village.

His commitment to service extended well beyond Village Hall. Mayor Brennan proudly served our country in the United States Navy from 1969–1972 and was an active member of many local organizations, including the Lindenhurst Rotary Club, the Lindenhurst Kiwanis Club, the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus Council 794, Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge 1421, the Ancient Order of the Hibernians, and the Lindenhurst National Little League. In recognition of his dedication to our youth and community, the softball field at Village Park proudly bears his name.

Mayor Michael Lavorata shared the following:

“I have no words to describe my sadness and emptiness over this loss. Tom was my other ‘big brother’ and mentor. He taught me what it means to be a public servant. He taught us how to respect those who disagreed with us while still being able to love them and work with them. I will forever be grateful to him for bringing me on his team back in 2004 and I only hope that I can continue to keep his example of class and decorum for the rest of my life.”

Mayor Brennan is survived by his beloved wife, Diane, his children Kristen, Joseph, and Thomas, and several cherished grandchildren.

We are deeply grateful for Mayor Brennan’s knowledge, leadership, and years of faithful service to the Village of Lindenhurst. He will surely be missed, but his example of class, respect, and public service will continue to guide our community for years to come.

Please keep the Brennan family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

A Lindenhurst dock space can be applied for through a lottery held by the Village. The lottery is open to residents and non-residents. The completed lottery must be received at Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 or sent through email at info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov by April 1, 2026. Dock Space Lottery Form or Jet Ski Lottery Form.