~ Osborn-Jackson House, c. 1740 ~

The Osborn-Jackson House, named for its first and last owners was lived in by six generations of Osborns until the late 1960's.

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The original portion of the house, probably built in 1723, was the family home of "Deacon" Daniel Osborn. His son, Jonathan inherited the house and made additions in 1760. The house was owned successively by his sons Joseph and Sylvanus, his grandson Edward E. Gardiner and their descendents until the mid-20th century.

This colonial house, one of the few still in its original position on Main Street, is owned and maintained by the Village of East Hampton. Lionel Jackson donated the property to the Village of East Hampton in 1977 for use as a museum. It serves as the headquarters for the East Hampton Historical Society and a period house museum for the general public.

Current Exhibit

"At Home: East Hampton 1800"

The museum features a display of furnishings dating from about 1780 to 1820, typical of the well-to-do lifestyle of a post-colonial East End family.

Hours of Operation

- Open year round: Tuesday - Saturday

- Hours 10 to 5

- Admission: $4 adults, $3 seniors, $2 students
- Free for members

 

The museum is located at 101 Main Street, East Hampton, NY.