In commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the founding of the Dutch colony that would become New York, join Chief Curator and Director of Collections, Lauren Brincat, for a virtual lecture about the influence of Dutch colonization on Long Island’s material culture and architectural landscape.
Events
Virtual Lecture
Authors Talk & Book Signing
Promoting Long Island: The Art of Edward Lange
November 16, 2024
Join us for a talk, book signing, and reception with the authors of our latest publication, Promoting Long Island: The Art of Edward Lange, 1870–1889, as we unravel how one artist captured Long Island during a critical period of transformation and how this change impacted all who called it home. Registration required.
Roslyn Grist Mill
Preservation in Progress Virtual Event
November 13, 2024
Join Preservation Long Island and the Roslyn Landmark Society for an exclusive behind-the-scenes Virtual Tour of the Roslyn Grist Mill, a rare and historically significant Dutch-colonial industrial building dating back to the 18th century currently being restored. Registration is required.
Walking Tour of Kings Park Psychiatric Center
November 10, 2024
SOLD OUT
Join Preservation Long Island and Preserve KPPC for a guided walking tour of the historic Kings Park Psychiatric Center, an iconic Long Island site with a complex history. Learn about the hospital’s origins, architecture, and its evolution through the 19th and 20th centuries.
Annual Witches Night Out
Cold Spring Harbor
October 24, 2024
5 PM to 8 PM
Join us for the 15th Annual Witches Night Out! Stop by our Exhibition Gallery for treats, view our current exhibition, and enter the raffle for gift bags filled with gift cards to local shops!
Jupiter Hammon’s Birthday Celebration
October 19, 2024
Join us for an afternoon of history and poetry in the garden of Joseph Lloyd Manor, as we celebrate the 313th birthday of Jupiter Hammon, America’s first published Black poet. Author David Mills will read original poetry from his award-winning book. Registration required.