Unveiling of Historic Tapestries

Civic · April 15, 2026

Town of North Hempstead · 6:30 PM

Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena, the Town Board, Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava and Howard Kroplick of the Roslyn Landmark Society recognized a tapestry and crocheted American flag originally created for the U.S. Bicentennial, now displayed near the boardroom as a link between past and future celebrations.

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The crocheted American flag, originally created for the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976, displayed in its gold frame alongside a framed historical document.

The Town of North Hempstead 1776–1976 Bicentennial tapestry, depicting local landmarks, wildlife, and community scenes in colorful needlework.

Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena and the Town Board gathered in front of the crocheted American flag at the April 15, 2026 unveiling ceremony.

The crocheted American flag, created by the North Hempstead Senior Citizens Commission for the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976, on display at Town Hall.

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