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This year, the East Hampton Historical Society is thrilled to partner with the East Hampton Library on the Tom Twomey Series.
On February 26 at 5:30 PM, archeaologist Dr. Nedra Lee presents
Dr. Lee shares discoveries about the lives of enslaved people who lived and worked at Shelter Island’s Sylvester Manor, revealing a complex and interconnected history that still shapes our lives.
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Upcoming Lectures
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Friday, March 27 at 7 PM:
- Clinton Academy’s 100-year history as East Hampton’s center of entertainment is brought to life in this program hosted by Town and Village Historian, Hugh King.
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Friday, April 24 at 6:30 PM:
- Leah K. Lebec presents her late father’s groundbreaking research elucidating what happened during the revolutionary era, providing a unique perspective on East Hampton’s struggles during the nation’s War for Independence.
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Thursday, May 21 at 5:30 PM:
- Author of The Gardens of the Hamptons, Blue Carreon describes the history of many of East Hampton’s most iconic gardens.
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Thursday, June 11 at 5:30 PM
- Alastair Gordon, author of Weekend Utopia: Modern Living in the Hamptons, traces the history of the modern movement–both in art and architecture–on eastern Long Island.
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Programs are free of charge and take place in the Baldwin Room at the East Hampton Library, 159 Main Street.
Advanced reservations are suggested but not required.
For more information and to reserve a seat, please visit www.TomTwomeySeries.org.
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