The Society is committed to the preservation, restoration, and interpretation of Long Island’s heritage for the education and enjoyment of the public.

Originally used for commercial purposes, the building became a courthouse in 1834 and, in 1911, became part of the Louisiana State Museum. The Presbytère now houses two permanent exhibits, each telling a different side of the Louisiana story — one of celebration and one of resilience.

In 1133 AD, construction of the Monastery of St. Bernard de Clairvaux began in Sacramenia, Spain. When completed in 1141 AD, the Monastery was named ‘The Monastery of Our Lady, Queen of the Angels.’

In 1654, Thomas Pell, an English physician from Connecticut, purchased 50,000 acres from the local Lenape tribe.

In the oldest, most tranquil, and captivating section of Fes—the Medina—stands Riad Salam Fes. The Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a living museum

Yale University is located in New Haven, Connecticut, and was initially founded as the Collegiate School in 1701 to train ministers and political leaders.

Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco, was completed in 1993 and is a breathtaking combination of architectural grandeur and spiritual significance.

The concept of assembly-line housing refers to prefabricated or modular homes created for mass production while still allowing for some customization to reflect individual tastes.

Built in 1964, this residence was designed by influential architect, Albert Frey as his personal retreat.

Essaouira is indeed a fascinating destination that effortlessly weaves together history, culture, and scenic beauty.

Located in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas in Morocco’s Province of Ouarzazate, the site of Ait-Ben-Haddou is the most famous ksar in the Ounila Valley. Ksar Aït-Ben-Haddou dates back to the 17th century and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.

The complex was designed by Vietnamese architect Cong Vo Toan and construction began in 1961. Once completed, 10 years later in 1971, Mohammed V's body was transferred here.

At first glance, the plain exterior of Riad El Yacout reveals nothing of the beauty within. Riad El Yacout is an old, traditional residence that has been meticulously restored and transformed into a luxury hotel.

Charles Green, born 1807 in Shropshire, England, migrated to Savannah in 1833 at the age of 26 and secured a job as a clerk on Factor’s Walk in the cotton trade.

The Bahia Palace, located in Marrakech, Morocco, was constructed in the mid-19th century for Si Moussa, who served as the Grand Vizier to Sultan Hassan I.

The Morgan Library & Museum is a treasure trove of cultural and literary history, celebrating the extensive collection amassed by millionaire financier J. Pierpont Morgan.

Olana was the eclectic home of Frederic Edwin Church and his wife Isabel. Frederic was one of the major figures in the Hudson River School of landscape painting. The mansion was designed by Mr. Church in conjunction with architect Calvert Vaux and built between 1870 and 1872. A studio wing was added in 1889.

Blithewold is a 33-acre seaside garden estate that once the Bristol, Rhode Island summer home of Augustus and Bessie Van Wickle.

The British invaded Aruba during the Napoleonic Wars, but the Netherlands regained control in 1816, and Aruba officially became part of the Netherlands Antilles in 1845.

Charles Deering was an American businessman and philanthropist. He was the son of William Deering, founder of Deering Harvester McCormick-International Harvester Company