May 24th. John Holzapfel spearheaded the enormous task of organizing and transcribing the papers and journals of legendary naturalist and Orient native son Roy Latham, which were donated to OHS in 2023 by his daughter, Diana. John will be joined by Eric Lamont of the Long Island Botanical Society for a fascinating examination of the […]
June 7th. Dr. Lucinda Hemmick and Ephraim Horowitz of the Southold Indian Museum will present a lecture on the ancient landscape of Orient and the Native People who once lived there. Explore 12,000 years of history, Algonquian culture and the landscape that changed from the Ice Age to the present day. The technology of ancient hunting […]
July 6th. The 16th annual Heritage Day program will start with a parade** down Orient’s Village Lane led by the Grand Marshal; followed by a welcome and invocation at the Old Point Schoolhouse; the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance; “God Bless America” sung by Franklin Mastrangelo; the reading of the Declaration of Independence by Oysterponds […]
July 16th. Mind-boggling. Mesmerizing. Confounding. For the fifth year in a row, OHS presents the incredible magic of Amore! Join us on the Old Point Schoolhouse lawn for an evening filled with fun for children of all ages. Bring a blanket, a picnic, some refreshments and some bug spray! The generosity of donors allows […]
July 18th. OHS & Joey Merlo present a FREE screening of last year’s communal reading of Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town.” Whether you were there last year or not—on July 18th there’ll be an opportunity to experience it anew as it was filmed at the time! Summer snacks and beverages will be served. Please […]
July 19th. John Holzapfel will reprise the talk he gave to a standing-room-only audience back on May 24th. John spearheaded the enormous task of organizing and transcribing the papers and journals of legendary naturalist and Orient native son Roy Latham, which were donated to OHS in 2023 by his daughter, Diana. John will present […]
Aug. 2nd. The OHS Summer Gala & Auction returns to one of the East End’s most beautiful settings—Poquatuck Park, overlooking Orient Harbor at sunset. As of Friday, August 1st @ 4pm tickets are no longer available online. If you’d like to attend, you must purchase ticket(s) in person, at the event. There’ll be an […]
Aug. 13th. Oysterponds favorites, The Mudflats (comprised of fiddles, banjo, mandolin, guitar, upright bass, and drums), are a twin-fiddle fusion of traditional American music. The Mudflats’ original sound is guaranteed to touch the heart and get your feet a-tappin'! Bring a blanket or a lawn-chair, bug spray, a picnic, and a bottle of your […]
August 23rd. The 3rd NY Regiment recreates events that happened during the War of American Independence, specifically 1775 through 1783. The Regiment reproduces the daily routine of Revolutionary War soldiers, wives, families and camp followers. They dress in period clothing and drill with reproduction firelocks just as in 1775. Activities will include: Meet & Greet […]