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Women of the Manor

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Established in 1652, Sylvester Manor served as a provisional plantation for the Barbadian sugar trade. Farming still plays an important role today as the non-profit aims to bring sustainable agricultural practices back to Shelter Island. Many historic structures remain on the 243-acre property, including the 1737 Manor House.
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