North Haven, village in Suffolk County, New York, United States of America
North Haven is a small village located on Long Island's South Fork in Suffolk County as part of the town of Southampton. The 2.7 square mile area features quiet streets lined with large homes set back on spacious properties, creating a spread-out residential landscape with mature trees throughout.
Native Americans from the Lenape nation inhabited the area for centuries before European settlers arrived in the 1600s and developed farming, fishing, and salt production industries. The village was officially established in 1931, allowing it to manage its own local affairs and development.
North Haven took its current name in 1842 when residents chose to replace the original name Hog Neck with something more pleasant. The area attracted entertainers and performers during the early 20th century, earning it the nickname Actor's Colony among those seeking privacy and creative space.
Visitors should know that this location has no major commercial areas or busy districts, but nearby towns and beaches offer shopping and dining options. Walking through the quiet streets is the best way to experience the village's character and natural surroundings at a leisurely pace.
A notable resident was Robert W. Rust, a former assistant U.S. attorney who saved President John F. Kennedy's life years before Kennedy's assassination. Rust once owned a substantial waterfront estate in the village that was later withdrawn from the market.
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