~ Programs ~

The character and spirit of centuries past remains alive, well and open for all to experience with the East Hampton Historical Society.

We invite you to join us and step back in time to experience the ideas, dreams and everyday life of the residents of East Hampton during the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries as we preserve the past for the future…

  About Our Programs & Events

The society offers both public programs and school programs to enrich the lives of local residents and visitors.

- Historical Reenactments
  • Step Back into the 18th Century
  • A Day in 1776
    • - Museum Tours
    - Self Guided Walking Tours
    - Lantern Tours
    - Cemetery Tours
    - Children's Holiday Workshops
    - Colonial Kids Club
    - Winter Lecture Series
    - Poetry Marathon
    - Special Holiday Exhibits

    Guided museum tours and in class outreach programs are available for local school districts. If you are interested in more information regarding these programs, please contact the Society office.

    The Society conducts several fundraising events throughout the year. These events are open to the public and we invite all to attend.

    - Art Shows
    - Antique Shows
    - Annual Holiday House Tour
    - Summer Gala

    For more information and a listing of dates and times of events, please view the calendar of events.

      Summer 2008 Programs

    "On Eagle's Beak: A History of the Montauk Point Lighthouse"
    By Henry Osmer
    Clinton Academy Museum, 51 Main Street, East Hampton
    Friday, May 9th, 7:00pm
    A discussion with the author, followed by a book signing.
    (This is a jointly sponsored program with the East Hampton Library)

    Call (631) 324-0222 ext.4 for information & reservations (Free)
    "When Precedent Becomes Desire: Evolution of East Hampton's Houses 1880-1930"
    By Anne Surchin, co-author of "Houses of the Hamptons 1880-1930
    Friday, May 30th, 7:00pm (Free)
    Clinton Academy Museum, 51 Main Street, East Hampton
    A discussion with the author, followed by a book signing
    (This is a jointly sponsored program with the East Hampton Library)

    Call (631) 324-0222 ext.4 for information & reservations (Free)
    Historic Cemetery Tours with the Town Crier Hugh King
    Tours begin at the Mulford Farm Gate, 10 James Lane, East Hampton
    Sunday, July 20th & Sunday, August 24th, 5:00pm

    Call (631) 324-6850 for reservations & information ($)
    Main Street Architectural History Ramble with director Richard Barons
    Tour begins at Osborn-Jackson House Museum, 101 Main Street, East Hampton
    Saturday, July 19th, 10:00am

    Call (631) 324-6850 for reservations & information
    James Lane Architectural History Ramble with director Richard Barons
    Tour begins at Mulford Farm Gate, 10 James Lane, East Hampton
    Saturday, August 30th, 10:00am

    Call (631) 324-6850 for reservations & information ($)
    Poetry Marathon at the Marine Museum
    Produced by Sylvia Chavkin & Bebe Antell
    Town Marine Museum, 301 Cliff Road, Amagansett
    Sundays at 4:00pm
    July 13th Phil Appelman & Fran Castan
    July 20th Carole Muske Dukes & Star Black
    July 27th: Jean Kemper & Carol Stone
    August 3rd George Petty & Ellen Peckham
    August 10th Daniella Gioseffi & Sandy Rochelle
    August 17th Judith Baumel & Lynne Sharon Schwartz

    Call (631) 324-6850 for information (Free)

      Summer 2008 For Kids & Families

    Ocean Fun Days Summer Camp
    Town Marine Museum, 301 Bluff Road, Amagansett
    July 7th- August 1st, 9am- 2pm
    Marine science discovery with live animals, maritime history, environmental studies, classes, games, hiking and beach activities.

    Featuring many hands-on discovery projects that will focus on East Hampton's unique maritime heritage.

    Week #1 July 7th- July 11th ages 6-8
    Week #2 July 14th- July 18th ages 9-12
    Week #3 July 21st- July 25th ages 6-8
    Week #4 July 28th- August 1st ages 9-12

    Call (631) 324-6850 for registration (required) and information ($)

    Colonial Kids: A History Club with Barbara Driver
    Meets second Saturday of each month

    Explore the past through art, science, cooking, music and crafts at all our historic sites.
    Call (631) 324-6850 for registration and information ($)

    Birthday Parties!
    Special Pirate themed parties at the Town Marine Museum

    Fun Colonial Games and history at Mulford Farm Museum
    Call (631) 329-6753 for information ($)
    East Hampton's Old Time Town Fair
    Mulford Farm Museum, 10 James Lane, East Hampton
    Sunday, August 17th, 1:00-4:00pm

    A bountiful banquet of county arts & crafts, magic shows, theatre, games,
    potato sack races and general good times with neighbors and passers-by.

    Call (631) 324-6850 for information (donations accepted)
    Theatre at Mulford Farm "Shakespeare Abridged"
    Mulford Farm Museum, 10 James Lane, East Hampton
    Sunday August 17th - August 31st

    A rollickingly funny family vaudeville that condenses 37 of Shakespeare's plays into 97 minutes. Four actors play all the roles in what becomes a race through the classics.
    Call (631) 324-6850 for dates, times and other pertinent information ($)
    Save The Date!
    Fun Festival of Frights
    Mulford Farm Museum, 10 James Lane, East Hampton
    October 24th-30th
    Spooky Stories for grown-ups and children, Scarecrow Festival, Haunted Farm, Pumpkin Carving and a Haunted Cemetery Tour!