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.
Multiple DatesAug 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM17 Meeting House Ln, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USADiscover the the extraordinary life and legacy of Southampton's Stephen Sayre (1736–1818), one of the most fascinating, yet long overlooked figures in America's fight for independence.
Aug 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAExplore the roots of American music in Both Sides of the Pond, a lively program featuring historic folk songs and tunes from the Colonial era through the early 20th century, brought to life through music, storytelling, and traditional instruments.
Multiple DatesAug 22, 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
Multiple DatesAug 22, 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.
Sep 03, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USASongs of our Roots; Blues, Hymns, Gospels & Country
Sep 05, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAThrough the sharp wit of 18th century political cartoons, discover how British and American caricatures captured the drama, humor ,and tensions of Revolutionary New York in a lively program filled with satire, storytelling, and fascinating visual history.
Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMHalsey House & Garden, 249 S Main St #4826, Southampton, NY 11968, USAGo behind the hedges at some of the most distinguished homes and gardens in Southampton. Followed by a post-tour reception generously sponsored by Sant Ambroeus.
Sep 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMSouthampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968, USAPut on your dancing shoes and participate in 19th Century Contra Dancing led by Caller Chart Guthrie with Musicians Mary Nagin, Maw Rowland & Larry Moser!