If you're from Long Island, you've heard of the Big Duck, you've seen it on postcards of Long Island (yeah these exist, go to like, the Jones Beach gift shop). But find me a local who has actually been there, actually seen it. I'll wait. I've had my share of decades here on Long Island, and I'd never seen the Big Duck. My wife and I were headed out to Montauk, so of course we had to visit. I didn't realize how close it was to Riverhead, or I would have visited a long time ago. It's a big duck. Seems to be owned by the County or something. The duck itself is a gift shop (I think it used to sell eggs, natch) but the grounds are tastefully maintained, and there's a museum on site (bathrooms, too). Unfortunately, in late June, it was all still covid-shut, but that also meant that we were the only ones there (it was also a weekday). I had low expectations anyway, I just wanted to see the duck. It was more exciting than I thought it would be, but really, all I wanted was to see the Big Duck as a stop on our trip. It was not out of the way, and worth the detour. 5 out of 5 if you keep your expectations low. It's a duck. read more

The Big Duck - Duck. Big enough to walk inside without having to ... what's the word ... crouch? Stoop? I'll think of it - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Flanders, New York

As a transplant to New York and Long Island, I had heard about the Big Duck, so when I realized it was along our route to Montauk, we had to stop. It's exactly what it sounds like--a giant white duck on the side of the road. There are restrooms, a small parking lot, and a gift shop inside the duck with plenty of duck-themed souvenirs. The employee was knowledgeable about the history and shared interesting facts while we looked around. We snapped a few pictures and continued on our way. I wouldn't plan a trip just to see it, but if you're already headed that way, it's a fun stop for some silly photos and a chance to stretch your legs. read more

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This is a historical landmark so I thought we would pay this place a visit. The duck isn't small, but it definitely looks way bigger in pictures. There isn't much there, inside is a gift shop that is very small. In the gift shop they do sell rubber ducks, toy ducks, and magnets. However all the items seem a bit overpriced. I would come here only of it's along the way. read more

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If you enjoy roadside attractions this is a fun stop for sure! It has a little history and a few novelties inside but the photo ops with the big Duck are the best. If you find yourself in the area be sure to stop by! read more

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The "Big Duck" of Long Island is kind of like the Loch Ness Monster, except that it really exists. And it's not that "big". It's not a destination by any means, it's a brief stopover. But you can take it off your Long Island Bucket List and if are going to the Hamptons or Montauk. And it'a free, so it won't cut into your Hamptons oat milk latte budget. read more

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The Big Duck is one of Long Island's most quirky and iconic roadside attractions. Located in Flanders, NY, it's exactly what it sounds like--a giant duck-shaped building originally built in 1931 to sell ducks and duck eggs. Today, it serves as a small gift shop and a fun photo op, with historical displays inside about the area's duck farming past. It's a quick stop, but definitely worth it if you're exploring the North Fork or nearby towns. As for pets, the Big Duck is a great pet-friendly stop. While dogs aren't allowed inside the building itself, there's a nice grassy area around it that's perfect for a short walk or letting your pup stretch their legs. We found it to be a fun and easy stop with our dog--plenty of room outside, photo opportunities, and a bit of local history. read more

The Big Duck is so cute and if you can at least stop by for a photo on your way to The Hamptons, definitely check it out. So large and adorable, behind it is a beautiful park with picnic tables. You can go inside the duck and it is a cute souvenir shop. The bathrooms are really clean as well. read more

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Everyone should go see the big duck. This was the most eggstraordinary experience and great to learn about ducks' history on Long Island. Definitely try to go see this masterpiece when the museum next door is open; there is such amazing information. The gift shop was also great and had duck-lightful The Big Duck merch. I left the duck sad to go because it was such a spectacular view. My friend and I had a fun and quacking time. read more

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It took a few tries to get my autocorrect to understand that yes, this time I really did mean to type "duck" into the search bar after all those other times I've typed, uh, something else. The Big Duck is usually a tourist information center with stuff to find out about accomodations and activities in this part of Long Island. It is currently closed because of the pandemic. So what you see is what you get - a big ducking duck. Perfect on a rainy day like today for pictures. [Review 15316 overall, 818 of 2021, number 203 in New York.] read more

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Finally visiting a Long Island tourist stop that was on my bucket list! Wish there was more to do and see, but I'm glad for the adventure and the stories the shop keeper shared with us! read more

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We stopped by thinking that the Big Duck was just another quirky roadside attraction. Only after speaking to the friendly woman inside the duck did we come to learn that this guy is a part of architectural history! The duck was built in 1931, and the term "duck architecture" - when a building looks like what it sells - originated because of this structure. The inside is both a shop and a museum, and we enjoyed hearing about how the duck has moved a number of times & that they light it up for the holidays. They also have photos of other "ducks" from across the country, including the Big Chicken in Marietta, GA (where I grew up!). I was pleasantly surprised by this fun, educational find! read more

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Visit Date: February 28, 2021 Recently I've been all about adventuring, seeing things I haven't seen yet or haven't seen in awhile exploring new places. So I picked the big duck for my son and I to go on one of our adventures. The gift shop was closed when we got there but it was still nice to see. There's nature trails around the duck that I'd like to hike one time but my son wasn't up for the hiking, he was cold and wanted to be back in the car. If you live on LI and haven't seen the big duck you need to! read more

Super cool touristy spot, it was my first time going. I thought it was bigger from pictures I saw. I had fun taking pictures. The actual duck was closed to go inside though, even though the hours posted said it should be open. I visited on Saturday, November 19, around 1:30 and there was no sign stating it was closed that day. read more

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This thing is just fun to look at , certainly would not fit in the tub LOLLL.. My friend & I happen to be in the area & she mentioned we should check it out , so we did .. it is exactly what u expect it to be a HUGE duck , fun to look at take pics & explore. read more

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Quack quack...I dunno, I wasn't going to review The Big Duck, but I've been mulling it over and have decided TBD totally deserves its dues. This may not be a long review, but it'll certainly be...big (I'm full of bad jokes today). Maybe you know what I'm talking about because you live in Suffolk County or Riverhead or even drive down Flanders Road to get to work each day. But maybe you're a Nassau person or a city gal or an upstate boy or you come from another planet and didn't know there's a giant duck sitting on the side of the road out before The Forks of LI. But it literally is just a Big Duck. It's got all the kitschy, vintage, road-side attraction-ness you might be looking for and best of all, after you snap your duck-faced selfies, you can head inside! That's right, TBD holds enough room to comfortably fit a family of four. It also contains enough duck-based souvenirs that you could start your own duck farm (the original reason why the duck was built). That last parenthesised line was learned on my recent trip to The BD. Yeah, you can get your pics and duck memorabilia, but The Big Duck is also an information haven. Learn all about the history of this structure and even get some further knowledge while you're there. The employee inside (at least the few times I ventured into this mighty mallard) was super friendly and happy to share plenty of facts and info. It rounds out your stop and makes things ever so slightly more educational (if you were trying to get another facet from stopping here beyond the wonderful oddness of the thing). Overall, The Big Duck is a historic landmark (literally, it's on a list of national ones). Better yet it's become an icon of Long Island and from that, it's a stop worthy of making (if you ever find yourself out near the town of Flanders). Get some facts, buy a duck shot glass (don't judge), and enjoy taking a few pics of something not seen anywhere else. Like I said at the start, quack quack. read more

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Went to the Big Duck today. I was dying to see this the whole summer. I decided to go today It's such an amazing duck. So much history in one place. I would definitely go again with friends and family. I just wish there was more to do on that land where the duck is , but other then that It was one of the best experiences I ever had!!! My life is now complete. I can die a happy man!! read more

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I went here with a group of people who use wheelchairs and have disabilities myself included and the owner of the gift shop the day we went was not nice to us. I will not go back read more

It was an amazing trip to the historical Duck. I did not know this was a farm the original duck came here from China (Peking duck). Mrs. young told us all about it. She loves History. read more

It's a big duck! This one room duck is a staple to visit if you're in the area. You can pick up Big Duck memorabilia inside as well. Fun fact: The eyes in this duck are of a Model T Ford tail lights! read more

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If you live on Long Island and haven't been to see this icon, shame on you!! It's been moved a few times but is settled in its home right now. You can walk into it and look around and purchase something duck related. If you are lucky the person inside will give you the history. Definitely check it out and take the obligatory picture, then move on and go to your wine tasting! read more

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Always worth a visit and photo op if you're in Riverhead or on the way to or from the wineries or the South Fork. The famous Big Duck is such a piece of my childhood; we used to stop and see it every summer on the way to our house in Montauk. It doesn't seem as huge to me now as it did when i was a kid but it's still a super cool and impressive piece of roadside American kitsch art. Iconic Long Island! read more

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On the road driving through the Hamptons, you will come across a building in Flanders in the shape of a giant duck. I had to stop to take a picture. Inside, there's a small gift shop with memorabilia pertaining to this oddity. The Big Duck is actually on the National Register of Historic Places--it dates back to 1931 when it began life as a poultry store. It's quirky and cute (the duck's eyes are made out of the tail lights of a Ford Model T), so if you're in the area, it's worth a peek. read more

Drove all the way to the Big Duck to be told they were closing at 4:15 when it was supposed to be closed at 5. Such a disappointment and not worth the drive. Be sure to call before you go read more

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I went to this place with a group of older disabled individuals. And we were treated like crap by the staff working on shift. He was bald and on the tall side. There's no need to be rude to the elderly and disabled population. read more

Very cute museum. The representative that gives you the history of the duck farm is really friendly and informative. read more

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For what it's worth, I love the big duck. I've been here a couple times. Flanders is basically a big duck on the way to the hamptons. It's a worth a stop. You won't be disappointed. read more

We left Brooklyn from Long Island because my dad opened a supermarket in Hampton Bays. My 2nd uncle was a butcher and followed us out east to retire in Flanders. My dad's uncle bought a cute house a few blocks away from the water and also worked in the supermarket. During the summers, who do you think was produce boy?? Italians see their children as instant laborers, I was 13 years old in the supermarket union! haha But the Duck?? They used to sell eggs from this thing back in the day. It makes me laugh when people say they're sad when they see the duck, it brings back memories. It's like the Smithtown Bull, what memories? You drive past it at 60mph and say ah, the Duck. That's my memory, I drove by the duck and saw this thing every day during my summers in the Hamptons. The Duck shouldn't be shut down, Its been a symbol in Long Island for over 100 years. The Big Duck was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. Go Flanders! To get here from Sunrise hwy is a pain but if you want to take a picture with the large Duck, take a detour and find this big boy. read more

I would never forget the day I ducked in and took a gander at this marvelous piece of quackitecture. Foundation was solid and nary a quack despite decades of having been waded around. Now declared a landmark, this bird will no longer fly elsewhere as the duck stops here in Flanders, NY. Clearly, it was a privilege and and honor to to be part of the flock that witnessed such hallowed ground. These days, I look back and divide my life to before I've seen the duck... and after. No more rat races for me, sitting still is what I want. My life has changed. I'll be selling everything I have and will fly south to Central America to start a duck farm in my new life there. read more

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Love this little gem! Well worth popping in for a little history lesson and duck souvenirs! read more

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If you thought Long Island was a suburban sprawl without a unifying symbol, think again. This 20-ft. tall, 30-ft. long duck says "Long Island" like nothing else. It was originally build by a farmer in the 1930 as a store to sell his ducks from. Now it's been moved to a park and has a gift shop inside (sorry, you'll have to go elsewhere to buy LI ducks). This is a perfect stop over if you're taking a drive out east to visit wineries or the Hamptons. The duck's always willing to pose with you and your friends for a photo, and is very photogenic. It's a nice spot for a picnic too -- just don't eat duck in front of it. read more

The Big Duck - That's one big duck - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Flanders, New York

I was staying in Long Island and The Big Duck was only 20 minutes away. Definitely worth the 20 minute detour. Unfortunately, the gift shop inside was closed because it's winter. While looking online I found some conflicting addresses since it has moved a couple times. Its current location is 1012 Flanders Road Riverhead, NY. Great photo op! read more

The Big Duck - Feb 2010 - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Flanders, New York

The Big Duck is currently located in Sears Bellows County Park and is slated to move (for a fourth? time) a few miles down the road this October 5th. Should make the evening news, at least on Channel 12. Christmastime, the county has an annual ceremony lighting a wreath around its neck, and it is pretty much a photo op for some local politicians, where some horrible childrens chorus sing carols and they give out candy canes, free coffee and watery hot chocolate. Last year, WALK FM was there, as well as News 12, and the mascot for The Long Island Ducks baseball team. The duck is rumored to have Model-T headlights for its red devil eyes. read more

The Big Duck - the duck being moved onto its new foundation, 10/6/07 - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Flanders, New York

One of the best examples of roadside architecture, and the progenitor of "duck buildings" -- buildings shaped like the products or services they promote or support -- the Big Duck is definitely worth checking out. Just make sure that it's a stop on the way somewhere, not your final destination. During the winter, the duck, now a gift shop near the entrance to Sears-Bellow County Park, is closed. And it's smaller than you might expect. It's still worth seeing... and photographing. read more

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If you live on Long Island, the Big Duck Museum is a must see. If your ever driving down the road, stop by. Its a very cute area, the museum is very tiny. They have the cutest knick knacks to purchase and the owner is the nicest person. He takes his time welcoming all who enter and giving them a small history lesson regarding the old duck farm. read more

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Look! It's a big duck! Drove all the way out East to stop by and check it out. A friend told me about the duck and I was perplexed. It really is a work of art! I did not expect to even enter the duck, as I originally thought it was just hollow. The big duck houses a gift shop. Take a look inside and see what delights await. The staff is very knowledgable about the big duck history. We stood there talking about 15 minutes with them. It's great to drive up along the road and have the big duck just appear in your view! A very cool work of art, I hope the big duck always has a place in Flanders. read more

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The gypsy-esque duck has been a part of my life since I was a wee one, and it's one of my favorite sentimental spots on LI. The duck has moved - a lot. Almost more than I have, which is saying something. He's trekked to different spots in the Hampton Bays vicinity over the years, always welcomed with open arms by passers-by and local fans. At Christmas time, the duck wears a necklace of bulbs, and is adorned with twinkle lights. At Easter, baby eggs surround him (or come to think of it - her?). There's a gift shop within the duck's belly, but I haven't seen it open since appx. 1987. No trip to the east end is complete without a snapshot of you beside the duck - Riverhead's most famous resident. read more

Ok, I'm not going to beat around the bush with the Big Duck. It's big. It's Flanders' claim-to-fame. It has a gift shop inside, for God-knows-why. But whenever I pass through Flanders on my way to Riverhead, the duck puts a big smile on my face. I once bought a lunch and had it behind the duck as there is a picnic area behind it. And one of these days, I'll take a photo of my son standing in front of the duck as millions have probably done before. I love this damn duck. Especially around Christmas time, when the duck has a necklace of lights around its neck. It just makes me happy with its very campy presence. read more

The Big Duck is DEFINITELY one of my favorite things about Long Island! I'm really jealous that I wasn't the first person to review it. There isn't really much to do here, it's really teeny inside and unless you want to pay the astronomical prices for Big Duck merchandise, then I don't really recommend bothering to stop. Although, if you're on your way to the Hamptons, perhaps overpaying for things isn't of your concern. When I actually did stop one time (my mom and I pass it on the way to the Tanger Outlets), the lady working there was absolutely NUTS. I guess someone who chooses to sell merchandise in a building shaped like a large duck probably would have to be a little crazy, though. I just realized that I didn't exactly give the place a sparkeling review. It's a building... shaped like a duck! It's awesome! That should be enough for you... I grew up in Long Island and have made countless trips to Riverhead for shopping and the optometrist and the DMV, but have never tired of seeing The Big Duck. read more

I only have one thing to say about the Flanders Long Island Duck... I hate the Duck! I mean really, who woke up one morning and said, "You know what Long Island needs...a BIG duck, right on the side of the road, because that will help my duck farming business and everyone will want to come see my 20 ft tall cement duck!" How much of your taxes go to maintaining and staffing this duck? Suffolk County owns it, so you can bet you're paying the salaries of the workers and upkeep of the big duck. The county is probably employing volunteer senior citizens who have nothing better to do then sit in the duck all day, reliving stories of the early 1930's and how Long Island was known for its ducks... and not paying them, and pocketing the cash to expense their expensive Mercedes and BMW's, Apparently, the duck was rated one of the seven wonders of Long Island...OOOOO, who cares? The only wonder about Long Island is the fact that they've managed to fit about 8 million people on an island that is 118 miles long and 20 miles wide. Feeling cramped???? read more

What can you say about the big duck? It's big . It's a duck. It's in the Lucy the Margate Elephant category. There is a store inside and a bathroom outside. Saw some wild turkeys in the field in back. read more

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