Preservation, education and performance is the mission of The Jazz Loft, a 6,000 s/f venue leased to this not-for-profit organization by the Ward Melville Heritage Organization. Located at 275 Christian Avenue, Stony Brook (next to the Three Village Inn), President and Founder Tom Manuel offers a treasure trove of memorabilia that includes thousands of archives from some of the greatest jazz musicians of their day. On display are instruments, diaries, autographed pictures, original sheet music, and even an orchestra stage that was constructed from the original Roseland Ballroom dance floor. Given the mission of The Jazz Loft to educate and preserve this American-born art form, the venue includes a full calendar of musical performances, as well as classes for special needs people with autism, learning disabilities, dementia and Alzheimer’s. Visit thejazzloft.org for full information, details and upcoming events.