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Kings Park, New York

St. Johnland Cemetery

This forgotten graveyard in rural New York State once served a pioneering hospital.

Kings Park, New York

Abandoned Kings Park Psychiatric Center

Beneath the mossy overgrowth covering this once-sprawling campus lies decades of history and the secrets that come with it.

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Northport, New York

The Little Prince Statue

This graceful little figure is a one-of-a-kind version of the cherished character.

4 miles from Kings Park

Centerport, New York

William Vanderbilt's Abandoned Salt Water Pool

A millionaire's abandoned swimming pool from the gilded age of one of America's most distinguished families.

5 miles from Kings Park

Centerport, New York

Vanderbilt Museum

An eccentric playboy's astounding natural history collection.

5 miles from Kings Park

Brentwood, New York

Pilgrim Psychiatric Center

A formerly abandoned mental institute, now back in business.

6 miles from Kings Park

Cold Spring Harbor, New York

The Whaling Museum

Whale bones, scrimshaw, and sperm oil make up just a part of this comprehensive collection of whaling history.

10 miles from Kings Park

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