Presidential Visits to Freeport
George Washington
In 1790, George Washington passed through Freeport while journeying across Long Island. A historical marker at Grand Avenue and Babylon Turnpike marks part of the route he took.
Theodore Roosevelt
In 1910, former President Teddy Roosevelt addressed the Southern New York State Volunteer Firemen's Association. Later that day, he had dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Huyler Ellison located at 41 Wallace Street.
Source:
Metz, Clinton E. Freeport as It Was. Freeport, NY: Clinton Metz, 1976.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
In 1952, before he was elected president, General Eisenhower’s motorcade traveled along Main Street while he campaigned in Nassau County.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
In 1952, before he was elected president, General Eisenhower’s motorcade traveled along Main Street while he campaigned in Nassau County.
Source:
-- “Eisenhower Carries His Campaign Into Queens and Nassau Counties” New York Times. 29 October 1952: page 22
