Southold

Historical Museum

Celebrate the season at Southold Historical Museum’s Candlelight Tour & Tree Lighting on Friday, November 28, from 3:00–6:00 PM at the Maple Lane Campus.

Stroll through glowing pathways and step inside the beautifully decorated historic buildings, including the 18th-century Thomas Moore House and the Victorian Ann Currie-Bell House, each filled with festive charm. Enjoy live music, meet Santa in the barn, and watch engaging historic demonstrations that offer a glimpse into holiday traditions of the past.

Kids can join Santa’s helpers for lawn games, and visitors of all ages will love the classic model railroad display. Seasonal treats and refreshments will be available for purchase. Be sure to gather at 5:00 PM for the tree lighting.

Free admission for all!

Special thanks to our sponsors: Charles and Helen Reichert Family Foundation and Surrey Lane Vineyard Farm Orchard.

Find Thoughtful Gifts at the Museum Gift Shop

Have you visited Our Museum Gift Shop lately? This year, we have an exceptional collection of quality items including kid’s toys, educational items, local gifts, wine related items, jewelry and, as always, the largest collection of local history, art, recipe books in the area. Come find thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list.

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The Museum Gift Shop and the Treasure Exchange, both located in the Prince Building, are open 6 days a week now. Check website for hours.

Accepted just this month by the Collection Committee, is a bust by the renowned Sculptor Robert Berks of Orient. Berks created hundreds of bronze sculptures and monuments across the country including the Albert Einstein Memorial in Washington, D.C. and worked for over 50 years in a converted schoolhouse on our North Fork.

The bust is of Alistair Cooke. Cooke (1908-2004) is probably best remembered by most Americans as the host of PBS Masterpiece Theatre from 1971 to 1992. The program, now known as Masterpiece, has been one of television’s most awarded series. He lived in Southold and was also a writer, journalist and radio broadcaster.

You are welcome to view the Ten Squared Online Art Exhibit & Sale titled Nature’s Embrace on our website through Dec. 12.

This exhibit features 10”x10” works by local artists inspired by the peace and connection found in nature. This non-juried online exhibit offers a wide variety of styles and subjects—there’s truly something for everyone if you are looking for a thoughtful, one-of-a-kind holiday gift. Each is priced at $100, with half of each sale benefiting Southold Historical Museum and half the artist. Or, you’re welcome to view the collection.

The exhibit runs Nov. 12 to Dec. 12, 2025.

Southold Historical Museum seeks a supportive professional to help coordinate its public programs, education initiatives, and volunteer engagement. This position organizes schedules, events, educational opportunities, and outreach while empowering volunteers and interns.

The Education & Programming Liaison will work closely with staff, volunteers, and community partners to advance the Museum’s mission and foster a vibrant connection to the history of Southold. If you or someone you know is interested, please take a look at the listing here:

Archive Collection-FAQs

Did you know that Southold Historical Museum holds an extensive archive of information. Perhaps you have questions about some of the collections we carry if you are doing research for a special project, such as ‘What time periods does the archival collection cover?’ or ‘What types of genealogies does the archive hold?’

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You can find the answers to Frequently Asked Questions on our website, and learn how you can request access to begin your research.

Nov. 22

Book Lecture:

The Einstein Conspiracy

Nov. 28

Candlelight Tour

& Tree Lighting

Dec. 6

Holiday Fair

Dec. 12

Southold Evening Holiday Stroll

Through Dec. 12

Ten Squared Art Sale

Your gracious support allows Southold Historical Museum to offer

many free events throughout the year. Thank you.

Southold Historical Museum programs are made possible by New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the

Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.