Please join us for a fascinating, free talk by Kyle Marshall, author of Americana: Farmhouses and Manors of Long Island. Marshall will discuss some of America’s most intriguing country houses and their charmed interiors, which are filled with wonderful old objects and exude warmth, comfort, and familiarity. Among the homes he highlights in his book is Orient's own […]
Poquatuck Hall is a vital gathering place whose past and present reflect the interests, concerns, and business of the community. John Holzapfel’s lecture will focus on the history of the need, origin, and construction of Poquatuck Hall, as well as provide a visual story of the social, historical, and other important events that this essential local hub has hosted since […]
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 weapons, artifacts, maps, slides, […]
Root, root, root for the home team! For the fourth year in a row, OHS will be hosting a vintage baseball game featuring a friendly-but-fierce competition between the powerful visiting NY Mutuals and a proud-but-ragtag team of Oysterponds irregulars. Interested in playing? Click here to sign up!
Originally constructed as a grain market near the Orient wharf, the Red Barn served many different commercial functions before the Oysterponds Historical Society purchased it in 1966 and moved it 750 feet to its current location. This special evening includes a reception with cocktails and seasonal hors d’oeuvres, a tour through the new Red Barn exhibition, and an acknowledgment […]
Sunday, June 30th, 12 noon to 3pm The 14th 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 […]
Mind-boggling. Mesmerizing. Confounding. For the fourth 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!
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 lawnchair, bug spray, a picnic, and a bottle of your favorite beverage! Your generous support allows […]
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