Bradley Harris has served as a president of the Smithtown Historical Society for twenty-five years. On Friday, July 28th at a barbeque hosted by the Historical Society and surrounded by his wife Joan, friends, family and members of the society, Bradley Harris retired.
Since becoming president the historical society has seen unprecendented growth in the number of visitors as well as the diversification of programs. Thouseands of school children visit properties where they participate in educational programs. Adults participate in programs that include movies, dancing, History and Happy Hour and most recently a book club and goat yoga.
On Friday Supervisor Patrick Vecchio, after taking a walk down memory lane reminissing about Brad’s work as councilman on the Town Board and his very successful work organizing Smithtown’s 350th anniversary celebration, presented Brad with a proclamation and declared that July 28, 2017 is Brad Harris Day in Smithtown. Executive Director Marianne Howard made an emotional presentation of a watch and Nissequogue Mayor Richard Smith presented Brad with a special tie representing Smithtown’s history.
The Brush Barn was filled to capacity with everyone in agreement that Brad Harris an unassuming, beloved gentleman made Smithtown’s history a little more relevant and a little more personal.
Incoming Smithtown Historical Society President Kathy Tusa and Brad HarrisBrad wants everyone to know that the society in good hands as long time board member Kathy Tusa has agreed to take on the role of president.