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Lake Ronkonkoma, located in the center of Long Island, became a summer camp for wealthy New Yorkers with the arrival of the railroad in 1843.By the 1890s, the luxurious hotels built around the lakeshore attracted visitors in droves. By day, people would enjoy the sparkling waters of the lake for boating, fishing, and swimming; at night, hotel guests could dance, gamble in the casino, and enjoy sumptuous meals. By the 1920s, as more people could afford automobiles, beach pavilions began decorating the shoreline of Lake Ronkonkoma. Thousands of people flocked to the summer paradise--buoyed by the promises of camping, canoeing, live music, and fireworks--up until World War II when gas rationing limited travel. By the 1950s, Lake Ronkonkoma had become a town populated by year-round residents
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Keith Oswald, a member of the Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society, was born and raised in Lake Ronkonkoma. Dale Spencer is the curator for the Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society Museum. Utilizing the extensive archives of the historical society and local residents' collections, Keith and Dale have handpicked and researched over 180 vintage images to offer a glimpse into a bygone era.
