The Green House

Written By Dino DiPietro

Here’s a detailed history of the Green House in Sayville, sometimes referred to as the historic greenhouse:

🏡 Origins & the Greene Family

  • Built circa 1786–1790 by William Greene, one of the Greene family's earliest settlers in West Sayville. He erected the original residence around 1786 on land originally part of the Nicoll grant

  • The Greene family remained in ownership until 1931, maintaining the property at 93 West Montauk Highway (formerly 93 Main Street)

George Washington’s Visit

  • On April 21, 1790, President George Washington visited the Greene House during his Long Island tour, sharing tea in what has since been recognized as a significant historical event

Historical Recognition

  • A historical marker, titled “The Green House,” stands at the site today. Erected by the Sayville Historical Society, it commemorates Washington’s visit and highlights the home as an early, prominent residence in Sayville

Location & Marker Details

  • The marker, located at 93 West Montauk Highway, lies along Montauk Highway and includes GPS coordinates: 40° 43.747′ N, 73° 05.683′ W

  • This site is also noted in Waymarking and Historical Marker Database entries, confirming its cultural and historical significance

Significance in Sayville’s Heritage

  • The Greene residence stands as one of Sayville’s earliest substantial dwellings, tied to the Greene family’s settlement of the area in the late 18th century, and linked through land acquisition dating back to 1786

  • Its connection to a presidential visit underscores Sayville’s role in early American history.

Dino DiPietro