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Interested in some fun facts and history about Smithtown, NY?
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Some interesting facts and historical events related to the city of Smithtown, New York include:

- The town is named after its founder Richard Smythe, who bought the land from the Native Americans in 1665. The legend says that in exchange for his services as a mediator between the tribes, Chief Nissequogue granted Smythe ownership of the land that would become Smithtown.

- Smithtown is known for its beautiful natural landscapes and parks, including Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Blydenburgh County Park, and Sunken Meadow State Park.

- In 1780, during the American Revolutionary War, the British army raided and burned down the town of Smithtown as part of a larger attack on Long Island.

- Smithtown was an important stop on the Long Island Rail Road, originally established in 1842, which helped boost the local economy and provided transportation to and from New York City.

- The first Lake Ronkonkoma Railroad Station was built in Smithtown in 1843, connecting the town with Lake Ronkonkoma, a popular summer vacation spot.

- William Sidney Mount, a famous American painter from the 19th century, was born in Smithtown in 1807. He is known for his genre paintings depicting rural life, and many of his works are displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

- The Kings Park Psychiatric Center, a former psychiatric hospital, was located near Smithtown and operated from 1885 to 1996. It was known for its innovative treatment methods and architecture.

- Smithtown is also home to the Smithtown Bull, a giant sculpture of a bull made out of bronze and situated on Main Street. It has become a famous landmark and symbol of the town.