Long Island Lives: Stories That Shaped the Island

Barbara Daddino and Richard Panchyk explore the people and innovations that helped shape Long Island’s past. Daddino delves into the story behind Tesla’s Cottage, illuminating the life and work of Nikola Tesla, while Panchyk examines the legacy of William K. Vanderbilt, Jr., and how his Vanderbilt Cup Races and Motor Parkway transformed the region. Together, they reveal how visionary figures left a lasting imprint on the island.