Hempstead, Administrative center in Nassau County, New York, US
The Village of Hempstead spans 3.7 square miles and contains residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and municipal facilities serving 59,169 residents.
English colonists established Hempstead in 1643 through negotiations with Lenape Indians, making it one of the earliest settlements in Nassau County.
The Village of Hempstead maintains strong connections to both Dutch and English heritage through its name, derived from either Heemstede or Hemel Hempstead.
The Long Island Rail Road Main Line and multiple state parkways provide transportation access to residents and visitors throughout Nassau County.
Hempstead holds the distinction of being the first self-governing incorporated village in Nassau County, achieving this status on May 6, 1853.
Location: Hempstead
Location: Nassau County
Inception: 1643
Website: http://villageofhempstead.org
GPS coordinates: 40.70928,-73.62304
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:08
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