Lake Grove, village in Suffolk County, New York, United States
Lake Grove is a village in Suffolk County on Long Island in New York State, located within the town of Brookhaven. It spans roughly three square miles with quiet streets, tree-lined homes, and small parks where community members gather.
Lake Grove was settled in the early 1700s along Middle Country Road, which was part of the Old Kings Highway, a former Native American trail. The place underwent significant change in 1968 when residents voted to incorporate as a village to gain local control over planning and development.
Lake Grove takes its name from the many trees near Lake Ronkonkoma. The Congregational Church from 1812 stands at the heart of community identity and appears on the village seal, reflecting how residents connect to their shared history.
The place is easily reached by car and offers access to shops, restaurants, and parks along main roads and within Smith Haven Mall. It works well for visitors who want to walk around or shop in a relaxed way, with friendly neighborhoods and clear landmarks for navigation.
The Congregational Church was relocated to a new location in 1961 and now serves as a historic site, showing how the community keeps its past alive and brings it to new places. This is an unusual way to preserve a building while keeping it meaningful for current generations.
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