The New York Landmarks Conservancy is proud to announce its 15th annual Sacred Sites Open House on May 17 & 18 inviting visitors to explore the extraordinary architecture, art and history of diverse houses of worship throughout New York State. Participating sites will showcase their buildings, histories and community programs through guided tours, lectures and musical performances. Sacred Sites Open House is a free, state-wide event giving visitors an opportunity to discover remarkable architecture and art as a “tourist in your own town.”
This year’s theme, “Building for Eternity: Religious Architecture and Artisans,” highlights the incredible work of artisans and world-class art and architecture found at religious institutions across New York State.
“Open House Weekend is a wonderful opportunity to explore buildings you might not have entered otherwise,” says Peg Breen, President of the New York Landmarks Conservancy. “We hope you will enjoy discovering the architectural treasures in your own community.”
To date, congregations participating from Suffolk County in Sacred Sites Open House on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2025, include:
Amityville
- St. Mary’s Church, 1758 Broadway – Saturday, May 17, 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, May 18, 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Join St. Mary’s Church in Amityville for refreshments and a musical showcase! Enjoy punch and cookies while experiencing demonstrations of our piano, organ, and harp. Instrument demonstrations are available upon request.
Bay Shore
- United Methodist Church, 107 E Main Street – Saturday, May 17, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Join United Methodist Church of Bay Shore in celebrating their beautiful sacred space. Come take a tour and view their stained glass windows as well as its historical exterior architecture. We will also be serving refreshing beverages for you to enjoy.
Oakdale
- St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1 Berard Boulevard - Saturday, May 17, 10:00am to 3:00pm and Sunday, May 18, 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Sayville
- Sayville Congregational United Church of Christ, 131 Middle Road – Saturday, May 17, 1:00pm to 4:00pm and Sunday, May 18, 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Enjoy the church along with light refreshments and music. A guided tour will also be provided of the bell tower and an art show will be on display as well for your enjoyment.
For more information about the New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House, visit nylandmarks.org.
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Sponsors of Sacred Sites Open House include:
Adirondack Architectural Heritage; AIA NY Historic Buildings Committee; American Guild of Organists, Brooklyn Chapter; Art Deco Society of New York; Corona East Elmhurst Historic Preservation Society; Docomomo; East Village Community Coalition; Explore Buffalo; Friends of the Upper East Side Historic Districts; Village Preservation; Historic Albany Foundation; Historic Districts Council; Historic Ithaca; Institute of Classical Architecture & Art; Landmark Society of Western New York; Landmark West!; Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy; Lower East Side Preservation Initiative; Otsego 2000; Preservation Association of Central New York; Preservation Association of the Southern Tier; Preservation Buffalo Niagara; Preservation League of New York State; Preservation Long Island; Queens Historical Society; Save Harlem Now!; West End Preservation Society
About The New York Landmarks Conservancy
The New York Landmarks Conservancy, a private non-profit organization, has led the effort to preserve and protect New York City’s architectural legacy for more than 50 years. Since its founding, the Conservancy has loaned and granted more than $62 million, which has leveraged almost $1 billion in restoration projects throughout New York, revitalizing communities, providing economic stimulus, and supporting local jobs. The Conservancy has also offered countless hours of pro bono technical advice to building owners, both nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The Conservancy’s work has saved more than a thousand buildings across the City and State, protecting New York’s distinctive architectural heritage for residents and visitors alike today, and for future generations. For more information, please visit www.nylandmarks.org.