Southold Historical Museum is pleased to open the Maple Lane Complex of historic buildings on Saturday, May 18 in recognition of International Museum Day. Come be a part of this global event, organized by the International Council of Museums, celebrating museums as important places for cultural exchange, enrichment, and understanding.

From 1pm to 4pm, you can tour the historic buildings and get a glimpse into local history. Bring your friends and family for a day of learning and exploration. We look forward to welcoming you!

Admission is just $5pp or $10 for families.

Register now to secure your spot and be a part of this exciting event!

The Afternoon Competitive Pickleball Tournament will start at 12:30 pm on June 1 (rain date June 2) at Tasker Park in Peconic. The morning session is sold out.

Join us for some fun, whether you register to play or just want to come and watch! All are welcome! There will be game day raffles.

Many thanks to our sponsors: Poliwoda Team of Douglas Elliman, Charles and Helen Reichert Family Foundation, Mattituck Lions, Gary Despres Physical Therapy, Country Corner Café, Greenport IGA, and Southold IGA.

December, 1960. Other than the grassy verges that mark the turning lanes, and the lack of traffic lights, this corner at the intersection of Route 48 and Youngs Ave. hasn’t changed much in the last sixty years. 

Notice the Fanning & Housner building, which sold John Deere tractors and farm equipment. It has a large sign declaring it for sale or rent. 

Photo: Charles Meredith collection.

Our Education of Youth Committee volunteers have wrapped up another Step Back in History Week program, welcoming K – 6 Southold Elementary students to learn about our history.

Supervisor Krupski shared his enthusiasm of local history with fourth graders during their lunch break at Founders Landing Park.

The week-long programming taught students about farm life, printing press, transportation, local nautical history, and more.

The Education of Youth Committee is comprised of volunteers who play a key role in our mission of sharing education about Southold’s history with the youth in our community. This program ensures interest and knowledge about the community’s storied past proceeds to the next generation. Thank you!

May 18

International Museum Day

May 25

Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse Reopens

June 1

Pickleball Tournament

June 29

Maple Lane Complex

Reopening

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.