Shelter Island History Museum: ‘Generations of Shelter Island Impressionists’ / Opens June 28th

“Generations of Shelter Island Impressionists”

Exhibit Opens to the Public June 28

at Shelter Island History Museum

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N. H., White, West Neck Creek, Shelter Island, 18 x 32 in., oil, 2015.

The Shelter Island History Museum is proud to announce the public opening of our “Generations of Shelter Island Impressionists” exhibit on Saturday, June 28. The exhibit, which showcases the paintings of celebrated artists Henry Cooke White, Nelson Cooke White and Nelson H. White, runs through October 11.

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For over a century, the White family has found respite and inspiration along the shores of West Neck Creek. In 2022, the family sold 20 acres of this undeveloped land to the island’s Community Preservation Fund—a testament to their passion for historic and natural preservation.

N. C. White, The Basin, Sterling Creek Long, Island, watercolor, 10 x14 in., 1927.

Sponsored by the Menantic Peninsula Association, Nelson H. White and James Murphy, this exhibit celebrates the family’s remarkable journey to Shelter Island and their dedication to the preservation of its natural beauty, as well as their immeasurable contributions to the art world.

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View the exhibit—and pick up a copy of the exhibit catalog—during our open hours, Tuesday through Friday, 10am to 2pm and Saturday, 9am to 12:30pm. While there is no charge for admission, donations are welcome.