The Roslyn Landmark Society has expanded its staff in response to its significant restoration projects and expansion of membership programs.

The Society currently oversees thirty-seven covenant properties throughout Roslyn and a number of restoration projects, including the Roslyn Grist Mill and Mackay Estate Gate Lodge. The organization also manages the Van Nostrand-Starkins House, a website with over 200 historic profiles, and student programs throughout the year. The Board of Trustees still sees great potential for organizational growth.

The Roslyn Landmark Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaime Karbowiak as the organization’s new executive director. Jaime is a certified archivist with a passion for museum education and history. She is currently working on her doctoral degree in World History at St. John’s University, with a concentration in Museum Administration, and also holds a Master of Arts degree in History from Long Island University.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jaime as the new Executive Director of the Roslyn Landmark Society,” said Co-President, Howard Kroplick. “Jaime has a proven track record of success on Long Island. She is a highly motivated with experience to lead the Roslyn Landmark Society into the future.”

Jaime is an experienced museum professional who serves on the Board for the annual New York Archives Conference. With over ten years of museum experience, she has a deep understanding of historical research methodology and interpretation.

“I am honored to serve as the new executive director of the Roslyn Landmark Society,” said Jaime. “We are a dedicated team of professionals who will work together to share the Society’s highest standards of education and preservation. I am also looking forward to getting to know the Roslyn community and celebrating its unique history and culture.”

Jennifer Lister has served the Roslyn Landmark Society for almost ten years and will now dedicate her full attention as the Society’s project director. Jennifer began as an administrative associate back in July of 2014; since then, the organization’s scope of work has grown exponentially.

“Years ago we had our covenants, an annual meeting, and a walking tour each spring. Now we have public programs nearly every month, multifaceted preservation efforts, and additional public interests to address,” said Jennifer Lister.

One of Jennifer’s leading responsibilities will be the Roslyn Grist Mill which is slated to open by the end of 2024. Other projects include the Mackay Estate Gate Lodge restoration with the Village of East Hills which began in 2023 and a reinterpretation of the Van Nostrand-Starkins House which is slated for 2024.

Thanks to the efforts of Jaime Karbowiak and Jennifer Lister, the Roslyn Landmark Society is ready to meet the growing interest in Roslyn's cultural and architectural history. The Society will graciously rise to the occasion to preserve and serve the Roslyn community.