East Marion is located in Suffolk County, New York. The first inhabitants were the Orient Focus People, Indians who lived about 1000 BC. The population in July 2007 was 802. A nice place to visit is the Oysterponds Historical Society Museum. Nearby parks include Chatfield Hollow State Park and Hither Hills State Park. East Marion was named for Gen. Francis Marion, the Swamp Fox of the Revolutionary War. "East" was tacked on because of an existing Marion upstate. Local businesses include Hellenic Snack Bar & Restaurant and Arbor View House Bed & Breakfast and Spa