William Jayne “Big Bill the Tory” returns to Sherwood-Jayne House. Stop by and learn the other side of the story about George Washington’s band of spies! Space is limited. Register for a Culper Spy Day tour today!
Events
Culper Spy Day 2025
Discovering Early Long Island Furniture:
An Interactive Study Day
September 8, 2025
SOLD OUT
Join us for a day-long program to learn about early Long Island furniture. Through a series of hands-on workshops and lectures, hear from noted experts on topics related to the design, craftmanship, interpretation, and care of historic furniture collections.
Upcoming Exhibition
Making a Name for Himself:
The Life and Art of F. Edwin Church
Opens September 19, 2025
Opening this fall, our latest exhibition focuses on the life and work of F. Edwin Church, a celebrated twentieth-century portrait painter with strong ties to Long Island’s North Shore.
Building Detectives:
Discovering Cold Spring Harbor Architecture
September 20, 2025
Join us for a fun-filled family adventure where kids and caregivers explore historic buildings, hunt for architectural clues, and create their own designs through hands-on activities! Registration required.
The Art of F. Edwin Church
Paint-and-Sip
October 4, 2025
Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon inspired by the art of Long Island painter F. Edwin Church. Recreate his painting of Montauk Beach under the guidance of artists from The Village Artist studio in Huntington while you enjoy a complimentary drink and refreshments.
Shu Swamp Preserve Nature Walk
November 1, 2025
In honor of artist F. Edwin Church’s legacy as a naturalist and his connection to Long Island’s North Shore, join us for a walk through the Preserve guided by Dan Kriesberg, Program Director for the North Shore Wildlife Sanctuary.