News
Suffolk County Historical Society opens its doors to people of all abilities
The 923-square-foot addition designed by Stromski Architecture includes an elevator, two handicap-accessible restrooms and a small paved lot with parking spaces dedicated to vehicles bearing handicap-parking permits.
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Book and Bottle: “A Veteran’s Reflections on the Vietnam War”
Next month's Book and Bottle presentation at the Suffolk County Historical Society will bring a first-person perspective to a tumultuous time in recent American history.
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Historical Society offers ‘Murder and Mayhem on Long Island,’ Nov. 3
This popular event sells out quickly according to a press release issued by the Suffolk County Historical Society.
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The Long Island Express: Remembering the 1938 Hurricane
On September 21, 1938, at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon, a category three hurricane made landfall at Bellport. Over the next two hours, the East End of Long Island — particularly the Westhampton area — experienced the extreme wrath of a storm that is still considered the fastest, most powerful, and deadliest hurricane on record in our region. The Suffolk County Historical Society is mounting a special exhibit to commemorate its 80th anniversary.
Community News
Historical society breaks ground on accessible new entrance wing
A $1 million addition to the 88-year-old landmark Suffolk County Historical Society building on West Main Street had a ceremonial ground-breaking this morning. Photos.
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Long Island during World War I: symposium set for March 10
Long Island played an important part in supplying men, materials and training during WWI. The Suffolk County Historical Society is holding a day-long symposium on the topic of LI's role in the war.
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Suffolk County Historical Society plans ‘Kids’ Week’
The Suffolk County Historical Society is setting up displays and activities that will appeal to children during its annual "Kids' Week."
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‘Founders Gala’ to kick off holiday season at historical society museum
The Suffolk County Historical Society is planning a "dazzling evening of live jazz music set against the backdrop of [the] holiday-decorated galleries" at its second annual Founders Gala.
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Suffolk County Historical Society announces Wooden Wonderland craft show
The Suffolk County Historical Society will host its seventh annual Wooden Wonderland: Holiday craft show and sale on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Suffolk County Historical Society to exhibit 225 years of Riverhead history
In honor of Riverhead Town's 225th anniversary this year, the Suffolk County Historical party has put together a display of artifacts from throughout the centuries.



































