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East Meadow is a suburban community of about 38,000 people in the Town of Hempstead in central Nassau County, Long Island, about 25 miles east of Manhattan. Once part of the open Hempstead Plains used for grazing, it grew from farmland into a residential suburb after World War II, and today it is best known as the home of Eisenhower Park, one of the largest parks on Long Island.
Eisenhower Park covers more than 900 acres of lawns, ponds and trees, with three public golf courses, the Nassau County Aquatic Center built for the 1998 Goodwill Games, the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre for free summer concerts, and the Nassau County 9/11 Memorial. On weekends the park fills with families, cyclists, runners and picnickers.
Just south of the park, East Meadow Farm offers a working community farm with gardens and seasonal programs. The community makes an easy base for central Long Island, with the Nassau Coliseum, the museums of Garden City, Jones Beach and the North Shore mansions all within a short drive.
A Nassau County park of more than 900 acres with lawns, ponds, playgrounds, sports fields, a fitness trail, batting cages and picnic areas, plus golf, swimming and concerts. It is the green heart of central Long Island. Weekends are busy; arrive early to find parking and a shady spot for a picnic.
An outdoor stage beside a lake in Eisenhower Park, named for singer-songwriter Harry Chapin, that hosts free concerts, tribute bands and fireworks on summer evenings. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic dinner. Check the county schedule for show dates and come early for a good spot.
The best known of Eisenhower Park's three public golf courses, a long championship layout that has hosted professional senior tour events. The White and Blue courses offer easier rounds nearby, and there is a driving range. Book tee times in advance, as weekend mornings fill quickly.
A memorial in Eisenhower Park honoring the Nassau County residents who died in the September 11, 2001 attacks, with the names of the victims engraved around reflective walls and paths. It is a quiet place for remembrance, especially on the anniversary. Be respectful and keep voices low.
An indoor aquatic center in Eisenhower Park built for the 1998 Goodwill Games, with an Olympic-size pool and diving well used for competitions and public swim sessions. It is a good option on rainy or cold days. Check the county website for public swim hours and fees before going.
A working educational farm run by the local Cornell Cooperative Extension, with vegetable plots, flower and demonstration gardens, a farm stand and seasonal programs such as pumpkin events and gardening classes. It is a calm, green stop for families. Check the schedule for open days and events.
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