The village of Searingtown was a farming community from the 1600s until the early 20th cenutry. Today, this residential area is known for its top-ranking schools, high standard of living and quiet, tree-lined streets. If you're planning a visit to Nassau County, New York, schedule time to explore the many area attractions.

One of the oldest buildings in the area, the Searingtown Methodist Church opened its doors in 1788. Today, parts of the original church still stand. View this historic structure in the nearby village of Albertson. For more hands-on history, travel north to nearby Roslyn and visit the Van Nostrand-Starkins House. This area attraction was built in 1680 and now serves as the town museum. This restored home houses period artifacts and is open for tours during the summer.

Experience the rich culture of the Searingtown area at the Nassau County Museum of Art. Set on historic landscaped grounds, complete with a restored mansion, the museum houses acclaimed 19th through 21st century artwork, from sculptures to paintings and carvings.

Spend an afternoon -- or a day -- strolling along the flower- and tree-lined paths of the Clark Botanic Garden. This 12-acre park is home to a range of plant life, from spring wildflowers and butterfly gardens to medicinal plants and herbs, and houses an official daylily garden. From conifers to roses, wetlands to rock gardens, you can learn all about horticulture in a scenic setting. Stop by the Mary Mountford Gift and Garden Shop to do some souvenir shopping.

The area around Searingtown abounds with golf courses. From the Deepdale Golf Club and the North Hills Country Club to the northwest, the Morley Park Golf Course to the north, and the Wheatley Hills Golf Course to the southeast, world-class golf is one of the top area attractions.