Hewlett is located on the south shore of Long Island in Nassau County, NY. It is known for its location to Atlantic Beach, beautiful parks, early American history, restraurants and great shopping. Major attractions include Grant County Park. Each year in early July there is a Fireworks Extravaganza in nearby Long Beach. Hewlett has some of the best schools in New York State. The biggest schools here are George W. Hewlett High School and Woodmere Middle School. Famous persons from Hewlett include Edward Burns, Donna Karan and artist Ross Bleckner.