A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization chartered by the New York State Board of Regents and incorporated under the New York State Education Department.
Our mission is preservation and education: We preserve and educate about local history and culture through our unique historic sites, archives, collections, and public programs.
Long Island Indigenous
Perspective Paddle Tour
Conscience Point is known to be the original meeting place of the Shinnecock and English settlers of Southampton in June of 1640. Join us for a paddling tour led by Chenae Bullock of Moskehtu Consulting who will take you on a journey through history to cover oral Indigenous history, Indigenous plant identification, Indigenous lifeways, and Indigenous songs.
Participants can bring their own canoe or kayak, or at checkout you can rent a kayak provided by East End Explorer. If bringing your own vessel, please also bring your own paddles and life vests and everyone please bring sunscreen, hats, etc. There is no extra fee for bringing your own vessel. And note that no motorized boats are allowed.
Apr 17, 2026, 5:55 PM – 7:05 PMSouthampton High School, 141 Narrow Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAJoin the Southampton Union Free School District for the 2026 Wall of Distinction Ceremony, honoring distinguished alumni and fallen heroes. Featuring a special display from the Southampton History Museum, this inspiring evening celebrates legacy, service, and community.
Apr 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAExperience authentic 1890s–1920s recordings played live on an original Edison Wax Cylinder Phonograph; help create a real wax cylinder recording using genuine early-1900s equipment. Help bring early sound history to life!
May 02, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USADiscover a lesser-known side of the American Revolution! In Yankee Doodle Goes to Sea, historian and musician Stephen Sanfilippo brings the era to life through authentic naval ballads and maritime songs.
May 07, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAJoin fiber artist, Erica-Lynn Huberty, in this embroidery workshop where participants will see historic examples and create and take home their very own piece of sewn art!
May 09, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAMake history with us during a family-fun day packed with 19th century music, historic trade demonstrations, traditional crafts and so much more!
Multiple DatesMay 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – Oct 10, 2026, 4:00 PMNugent Carriage House, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USASaturdays, 9 am–4 pm, May 23 – October 10, 2026
Multiple DatesJun 06, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PMHalsey House & Garden, 249 S Main St, Southampton, NY 11968, USAStep into history at your own pace by visiting the historic Halsey House & Garden for a self-guided tour on Saturdays from June 6th through August 29th, 11am-4pm.- Multiple DatesAug 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMNugent Carriage House, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USASaturdays, 9 am–4 pm, May 23 – October 10, 2026