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The history of Brookhaven
Follow the linked municipal and historical sources to learn about Brookhaven.
People who shaped Brookhaven
These milestones are an introduction, not a complete local history. Follow the linked city and museum sources to explore the people and places behind them.Read the local historical account.
Watch the city’s history
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Geo H Furman history of Brookhaven Township NY
A local history film shared by George Furman.
Watch on YouTube ↗Famous people born in Brookhaven
See all 13 famous people
See the history for yourself.
Consult the linked official sources for local history, public places and visiting information.Brookhaven local guide.
For deeper research, the Ronald H. Roberts Brookhaven Public Library is a starting point for archival material and research help. Historic photographs have their own permissions; we link to the collection instead of treating every old image as free to reuse.
Consult the linked municipal and historical sources for a documented local chronology.