Long Island Hall of Fame Celebrates New Home in Stony Brook Village

Last week, The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame was celebrating its grand opening in Stony Brook. I am overjoyed to be able to witness and participate in the ribbon cutting. It was an honor to be with a group of music lovers, educators, and industry professionals who formed the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to recognize, integrity, and preserve Long Island's long and diverse musical heritage.

It is Long Island's first of its kind. The 8,800-square-foot colonial-style structure honors iconic musical artists who have left an indelible mark on music and entertainment.

Two exhibition halls are available. The first floor is home to a six-month-long rock and roll exhibit. The Hall of Fame is located upstairs and is dedicated to preserving the musical heritage of artists from Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Brooklyn.

Throughout the building, world-class exhibits and one-of-a-kind memorabilia donated by artists highlight Long Island's rich and diverse music and entertainment history.

This Hall of Fame has already inducted over 120 musicians and music industry executives. Long Island students can also benefit from education programs, scholarships, and awards provided by the organization.