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Winter’s not over yet! Today we have cars with four wheel drive and snow tires, but in the 1800s a sleigh rigged to a horse would be needed to whisk you through the snow.
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Perhaps you recall the lyrics “Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh, o’er the fields we go, laughing all the way.” It likely was fun, as well as practical since typical carriage wheels wouldn’t function well in snow. This item in our collection is beautifully crafted with a high front board. And, a warm blanket would’ve made it cozy.
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‘Cutter’ is an American name for a light sleigh with a single seat board. The typical Portland type was square bodied with a curved dash attached to the upward sweep of the runners. See this and other sleighs in our collection in the Reichert family barn.
Photo by: Michael O’Conner
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Thanks to all who attended our recent lecture “Dust for Blood: Long Island Labor Camps”, and to Author Mark Torres for his informative presentation about the history of the labor camps that sustained the potato farming industry on Long Island.
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The lecture was part of our Winter Series: Local Farming Through the Years by NOFO Real Estate. If you missed it, you can view excerpts on our YouTube channel:

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Please consider donating your gently used, quality items to Southold Historical Museum’s Treasure Exchange.
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All sales at the shop benefit the Museum’s historic sites and mission. Donations are gladly accepted 10 to 2 p.m., Mon. through Fri. at the Prince Building at 54325 Main Rd.
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Please see list of items accepted for donation at:
Treasure Exchange
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Southold Historical Museum is participating in the upcoming Mattituck Jr/Sr High School Community Service Fair on March 23.
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We’re excited to share opportunities for volunteering with local students!
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Community service at the Museum benefits our local youth by giving them the opportunity to learn about local heritage as they assist us in our mission to promote interest in and education about the history of Southold. Ideas include Lighthouse Keeper, docent, shopkeeper, building and grounds projects, and event assistance.
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These opportunities are not limited to students from Mattituck High School. Know a high school teen who might be interested in helping out- please recommend they contact us.
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More info
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Mar. 23, 2023
SHM Participates in Mattituck High School Community Service Fair
Apr. 26
Greenport Harbor Brewery ‘Burger & A Beer’ Fundraising Dinner
May 8 – 15 
Step Back in History Week
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Your gracious support allows Southold Historical Museum
to offer many free events throughout the year. Thank you!
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Southold Historical Museum’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
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