Long Island's Historic Seaport Port Jefferson is a historic ship-building village nestled at the far end of the harbor, past the big homes that dot the high-banked eastern bluff looking down over an orderly yet varied fleet lying at their moorings. The Village is a visitor's dream, and one of the most picturesque of waterside villages to be found on Long Island. Port Jefferson is located 56 miles east of New York City in the northern part of central Suffolk County easily accessible by road, railroad and water. Few villages can claim such a broad array of assets as Port Jefferson, from its waterside location at the head of a beautiful deep water harbor to its enviable position as a busy downtown area in the heart of Long Island's prestigious north shore. These natural resources, combined with the friendly people who live and work there, make Port Jefferson a truly unique location. Port Jefferson is located approximately 56 miles east of New York City, in the northern part of central Suffolk County. Being easily accessible by road, railroad and water (Bridgeport-Port Jefferson Steamboat Company and private boat), one would expect that the historic nature of the village would have disappeared long ago. Not so! A stroll down tree-lined streets, where many shops and restaurants occupy historic buildings, clearly affirms the village's commitment to maintaining its "small town" appeal. From its beginnings as a waterside home for the Setauket Indians, to its present-day position as a popular day-trip destination, Port Jefferson has grown and prospered. Throughout this 300-year evolution, the strength of the village has been, and continues to be, the sociable people who live in its beautiful homes and who work in its shops, restaurants, and offices. This "human asset," combined with the village's unique location, has inspired much of its industry, from shipbuilding to tourism. Retailing is not Port Jefferson's only strength. With a university, a medical technology park, and many diverse high-tech industries, the area is rich with highly-skilled professionals and support services, with an ever-increasing need for more. Surrounded by some of the most beautiful and prestigious homes on Long Island, and serviced by three major hospitals and a state university, Port Jefferson has come a long way. Residents treasure its past and plan carefully for its future, uniquely blending the area's history with the demands of competing in the tough economic environment of the 90's. So visit soon, and discover Port Jefferson.