About us
The Sagtikos Manor Historical Society was founded in 1963 by Islip Town Historian, George L. Weeks, Jr. and a small group interested in preserving the rich history of a growing and changing area.
The Society is chartered by the Regent of the University of the State of New York.
Our Charter
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To preserve and work for the preservation of historic buildings and landmarks in Suffolk County, New York, and to acquire, own and maintain one or more such landmarks and historical building, to maintain a museum and exhibit therein letters and other written material and artifacts of historical interest.
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To promote and encourage historical research, to foster and promote public knowledge of and interest in local and national history.
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Suffolk County acquired the Manor in 2002 to ensure its preservation. The county maintains the house and grounds and the society is contracted with the county to give tours of the Manor and to cooperate in its restoration. Since the acquisition, the Society has been able to fund many restorations both in the house and on the grounds. All monies raised by the society at the Manor go to the restoration program.
Board of Directors
President: Carl Tesoro
1st Vice President: Maria Pecorale
2nd Vice President: Celeste Topazio
Treasurer: Pam Van Cott
Recording Secretary: Kathy Olsen
Trustees
Virginia Bonfiglio
Carol Canavan
Phyllis Chan Carr
Donna Devine
Sue Marullo
Lifetime Honorary Trustees
Nancy Donohue
Christine Gottsch