Cold Spring Harbor, NY, is a historic hamlet on Long Island's North Shore with roots as a 17th-century colonial milling community and a 19th-century whaling port. Originally inhabited by the Matinecock people, it developed into a bustling industrial area before becoming a renowned 20th-century scientific hub, best known today as the home of the world-leading Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL). Key Historical Periods: Colonial Roots & Industry (1600s–1800s): Settled by Europeans in the 1650s an

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View from the hiking trail! Cold Spring Harbor, located on Long Island, New York, was first inhabited by the Matinecock Native Americans. European settlers arrived in the 17th century, establishing it as a whaling port by the 1800s. The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, founded in 1890, became a global leader in biological research, notably in genetics and cancer. The area also served as a retreat for wealthy New Yorkers, with historic homes and a scenic waterfront. Today, it’s known for its resear