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WWII Pop-Up Exhibition at Veterans Memorial Hall

Saturday, May 24

Eighty years ago, one of the most devastating conflicts in world history, World War II, came to a close. The sacrifices were immense, and nearly every Southampton family was affected by this monumental conflict. This exhibition shares the history of World War II through the personal stories of the men and women from our local community who played a role in this historic war.

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Kit & Combat

Saturday, June 14

What did the average American soldier carry into battle during World War II—and why? Kit & Combat is an interactive program designed for visitors of all ages, offering a hands-on look at the personal gear, weapons, and survival tools of the U.S. Army G.I.

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Halsey House Gala

Saturday, July 5

5:30pm – 8pm

Spend an evening on the grounds of one of the oldest dwellings in New York State while dancing under the stars to live music. Enjoy a selection of exquisite hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and a raw bar stocked with local oysters in addition to our specially curated Silent Auction.

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Learn & Explore

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“With love from the SHM”

Did you know Southampton has been a hub for sailing since the 19th century?

Want to know more? Catch the full story in our latest With Love From the SHM post — now live on Facebook, Insgram and our website: www.southamptonhistory.org.

Want to be part of the fun? Share your vintage Southampton postcards and favorite views on our Facebook and Instagram pages. Remember to tag us with #WithLoveSHM or #WLSHM!

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Learn how to make your own sterling silver jewelry in the very same space

where Elias Pelletreau (1726-1810), Southampton’s celebrated Patriot silversmith,

practiced his craft!

Lessons are led by our talented artist-in-residence Alyssa Saccente.

Classes available year round!

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Visit our four historic sites

Rogers Mansion Museum Complex

17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton

Headquarters of the Southampton History Museum since 1943, featuring an assemblage of 12 historic structures spanning nearly 400 years of local history, anchored by the spectacular Rogers Mansion.

Halsey House & Garden

249 South Main Street, Southampton

One of the oldest English colonial homesteads in New York State. The Halsey family first settled here in 1648 and built this house ca. 1683.

Pelletreau Silver Shop

80 Main Street, Southampton

This tiny building, constructed ca. 1686, is one the oldest continuously operated places of business in the United States. Most famously, it was once the workshop of American patriot and silversmith, Elias Pelletreau (1726-1810).

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Conscience Point

1640 Conscience Point Rd, Southampton

A historic site and nature walk commemorating the landing of Southampton’s first English settlers in 1640. Upon reaching the shore, one of the settlers is said to have exclaimed, “For Conscience sake, dry land!”