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Southampton History Museum's Heritage Fair
Sat, May 09
|Southampton History Museum
Make history with us during a family-fun day packed with 19th century music, historic trade demonstrations, traditional crafts and so much more!
Time & Location
May 09, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Southampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USA
About the Event
Celebrate America’s Semi-quincentennial at the Southampton History Museum’s Heritage Fair!
Join us for an unforgettable celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the United States of America at the Southampton History Museum’s Heritage Fair! This one-day, family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, and will honor our nation’s rich history while celebrating our shared heritage and community spirit.
Enjoy hands-on demonstrations by skilled traditional tradespeople, sheep shearing and animal displays, live performances of 18th- and 19th-century music, and captivating stories about famous—and lesser-known—Long Island legends. Take part in interactive colonial and Victorian-era crafts, Contra Dancing, explore historic games and toys for all ages, and experience the traditions, the sights, the sounds, and yes, even the smells, that shaped our nation!
As part of America's 250th celebration, military reenactors will bring history to life, demonstrating what life was like for soldiers from the past.
Stroll through history and step…