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A Magnificent New Home for Long Island Entertainment

Presented by Catholic Health

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is proud to open its doors to an awe-inspiring new facility in Stony Brook, NY that is dedicated to the recognition, honor, and preservation of Long Island’s music and entertainment heritage. Since 2004, our organization has Inducted over 120 music artists and related professionals who will now be recognized in a permanent home. The space—covering 8,800 square feet—features a large exhibition area, theater, and an official “Hall of Fame Museum.”

Our official “Hall of Fame Museum” features displays of original musical instruments, famous awards, apparel, and other memorabilia from many of Long Island’s favorite artists. The wide variety of talent represented by the 120 inductees includes names like Billy Joel, Blue Oyster Cult, KISS, LL Cool J, Debbie Gibson, Louis Armstrong, the Stray Cats, and Run-DMC, among many others.

Nostalgia devotees will love our first exhibit: “Long Island’s Legendary Club Scene: 1960’s–1980’s”—designed by world-renowned visual designer, Kevin O’Callaghan. Bask in the memories while doing a “club crawl” through the nightclubs of that era such as My Father’s Place, Hammerheads, Action House/Speaks, the OBI, Mad Hatter, Pips, and Malibu, among others, where bands that included Twisted Sister, Zebra, the Rascals, the Hassles, the Illusion, Joan Jett and so many more played. Experience it all at the “Hall of Fame Museum”!

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Catholic Health, and Premier Sponsor Country Carpet for their support in making the “Hall of Fame Museum” and exhibition possible.

We are closed until November 24th as we create the much anticipated Billy Joel – My Life exhibit. See you then!

Hours
Wednesday – Sunday
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Museum
97 Main Street
Stony Brook, NY 11790
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Upcoming Events

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EVENT
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Aug 16
3:00 pm
Tommy Sullivan of the Brooklyn Bridge
Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame and Museum

A life-long Long Islander and proud U.S. Army veteran, Tommy Sullivan helped create the Rhythm Method, a 7-piece Long Island band which was discovered by Johnny Maestro, then singing lead with the Del-Satins. The combined groups became the Brooklyn Bridge.

As bandleader and musical director, Tommy penned the group’s horn arrangements on every Bridge hit, including their gold record, “The Worst That Could Happen”.

A Charter Inductee to the LI Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame, Tommy Sullivan continues to write, record, arrange and produce records, serve as musical director/arranger/conductor for projects across many musical genres plus donates dozens of performances annually for numerous charity events.

Tommy Sullivan’s dynamic and unique one-man show, A thousand memories, featuring his vocals and performances on four instruments, has been packing concert auditoriums, nightclubs, private parties–even vineyards-for the past several years.

Aug 22
7:00 pm
Kerry Kearney's Masterclass Guitar Symposium
Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame and Museum

Kerry Kearney’s Masterclass Guitar Symposium” at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.in Stony Brook. Saturday August 22nd at 7:00PM Kerry will be Demonstrating Slide Guitar, Finger picking Blues and Building Lead Guitar Solos. There will be Limited seating and bringing your Guitar is encouraged. Fee is $12. Tickets are on sale now.

Aug 23
3:00 pm
AcoustiRats
Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame and Museum

AcoustiRats is an acoustic duo dedicated to stripping Good Rats classics down to their raw, essential form.

Fronted by Stefan Marchello, lead singer and 36-year veteran of the Good Rats, alongside guitarist Matt McCarthy, who also did a run on guitar with the band. Between them, they’ve got decades of Good Rats DNA in their blood.

After years of playing these songs loud and electric, Stefan and Matt are thrilled to break them down to the bare bones. No frills, no amps cranked to 11 — just voice, acoustic guitar, and the songwriting that made the Good Rats legendary.

It’s the same attitude and stories fans know, delivered in a raw, intimate format. For diehard Good Rats fans, it’s a new way to hear the classics. For first-timers, it’s proof that great songwriting doesn’t need to be loud to hit hard.

Aug 30
3:00 pm
Grimm Jack (Acoustic Performance)
Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame and Museum

Grimm Jack will be performing a special acoustic show for the LIMEHOF audience on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 3pm. They’ve been called one of America’s best rock and roll bands. Whether playing live or in the studio recording, they are a hard-driving but melodic act. The band has often been compared to Guns n’ Roses, Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith, with a bit of southern bluesy flavor thrown in. The group developed legions of loyal fans and earned a reputation as a solid live act through their energetic performances and radio-friendly music. Songs such as “Shy Boy,” “One Track Mind,” “Maybelline,” “Lookin’ For Heaven,” and “Love Will Save The Day” all achieved regular airplay on FM rock radio everywhere.

Nov 08
3:00 am
Blotto Fest
Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame and Museum

Blotto Fest will celebrate the popular rock band Blotto, formed in 1978 in Albany, NY, which was known for blending music with sharp humor, goofy charm, and a playful stage persona. The band became a cult favorite in the early 1980s, with songs like “I Wanna Be a Lifeguard” and MTV-era visibility helping spread their offbeat comedy-rock appeal.

Mount Siani, NY Musician and Blotto band member Bill Polchinski, AKA Broadway Blotto (the only band member from Long Island), will host the event where performers will share the stage playing memorable songs and deep cuts from Blotto. It aims to launch a fun annual tradition celebrating the band’s humor and musical legacy.

Accessibility

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is committed to ensuring that its facilities, exhibitions, and services are accessible to all individuals. Should you have a question, please contact us prior to your visit at (631) 689-5888 or info@limusichalloffame.org.

Venue Accessibility

  • The museum’s entrance, exhibitions, and restrooms are accessible by wheelchair.
  • All public floors of the museum can be reached by elevator.
  • Service animals are permitted.
  • Strollers are permitted.

 

Auditory and Visual Accessibility for Exhibitions

The museum is currently exploring options for assisting our guests with auditory and visual challenges.

Website Accessibility

Please read about our efforts towards website accessibility on our policy page: https://www.limusichalloffame.org/accessibility-statement/.

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