Where To Feel Like A Local: Sylvester Manor
About: Take the day to walk around the former 17th century manor and historic plantation. There is a farm stand with produce for sale if you want to have a picnic on the lawn.
Where: 80 North Ferry Rd Shelter Island, NY
Insider's Tip: Check the websites for events including upcoming performances of Shakespeare’s "Much Ado About Nothing," the annual Contra Dance, and en plein air painting or banjo building workshops.
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