Shelter Island History Museum

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Shelter Island History Museum The History Museum strives to preserve the Island's heritage for future generations. Only Service Animals are welcome at The Shelter Island History Center.

The Shelter Island Historical Society interprets Shelter Island’s past through historical material and through its people, from the first Native American inhabitants, settlers and town fathers, to those who have made it a caring and unique community through the years. The Society strives to preserve the Island’s heritage for future generations. The Shelter Island History Center's main floor and lower level are ADA accessible. Personal photography, without flash, is allowed in the galleries. No photographic equipment (tripods, selfie sticks) is permitted. When sharing your photos on social media, please tag the Society!
Outside food and drink are not permitted inside The History Center. This is a completely smoke-free location. Smoking and Vaping are not permitted anywhere on the grounds.

Can you help out on Saturday, November 7?To let us know if you can volunteer, please call 631-739-0025 or email museumco...
10/30/2026

Can you help out on Saturday, November 7?

To let us know if you can volunteer, please call 631-739-0025 or email [email protected].

Thank you!

Made your reservations yet? You can RSVP by scanning the QR code below or clicking this link:forms.gle/YLpU2tX4RaPR7tN78
10/29/2026

Made your reservations yet? You can RSVP by scanning the QR code below or clicking this link:

forms.gle/YLpU2tX4RaPR7tN78

We’re open late tonight, extending our hours til 7pm!Come on by to:• View our ongoing exhibits and interactive elements....
10/28/2026

We’re open late tonight, extending our hours til 7pm!

Come on by to:
• View our ongoing exhibits and interactive elements.
• Shop the Havens Store.
• Tour historic Havens House.

This fall, we stay open late on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, in addition to our usual hours, Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 2pm.

We can't wait to welcome you!

There are just a few more days left to help needy North Fork folks stay warm this winter! CAST (the Center for Advocacy,...
10/27/2026

There are just a few more days left to help needy North Fork folks stay warm this winter! CAST (the Center for Advocacy, Support and Transformation) is collecting coats and boots for children and adults. You can help by donating new or gently used items, which can be dropped off at the SIHM lobby during business hours. The coat drive ends October 31, and we thank you in advance.

Since 1965, CAST has been serving low-income individuals and families on the North Fork of Long Island, helping struggling community members meet their basic needs. SIHM is proud to support their work.

It was a crisp autumn morning outside the barn at the SIHM as Ray Congdon and his crew were firing up about a cord of wo...
10/26/2026

It was a crisp autumn morning outside the barn at the SIHM as Ray Congdon and his crew were firing up about a cord of wood for smoking and grilling. As the volunteers were busy setting up pumpkins and apples for the tables and all the wonderful silent auction items, vintage and prop planes flew over our tent, gliding into Klenawicus Airport for the Fly-in. Excited to offer this completely new experience for our community on this beautiful Shelter Island Day, Havens Harvest was ready to begin.

At 2:00 pm, guests arrived for the Havens Harvest, greeted by our charming servers, led by all-around star Debbie Speeches, and treated to local hard and soft ciders, North Fork wines, and local brews. King Andrew supplied a beautiful presentation of cheese, fruit, nuts, and jams, made even more special with the appearance of Reeve’s and Jesse’s beautiful newborn, Iona.

As the guests were entertained by the sounds and songs of Lisa and Tom with the Peconic County Ramblers, the food came and kept coming—roasted clams and oysters, grilled sea bass sliders, smoked brisket sliders, Brussels sprouts, baked potatoes, corn, and cinnamon roast apples for dessert. A great mix of guests was there to support the museum, and everyone enjoyed bidding on items donated generously by the many local vendors, restaurants, golf courses, vineyards, and artists in a delightful silent auction. The beautiful music continued until 6:00 pm, as the auction winners collected their treasures and guests lingered as they gathered around “Ray’s outdoor kitchen” a little past dusk.

This was truly a “Historic Event” and the beginning of a new tradition. The success of this event facilitates programming for all Islanders to enjoy.

Take a look at these awesome silent auction items, up for bid at this afternoon’s Havens Harvest! The festivities start ...
10/24/2026

Take a look at these awesome silent auction items, up for bid at this afternoon’s Havens Harvest! The festivities start at 2pm, 16 South Ferry Road in Shelter Island. And if you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, there are still just a few left. Scan the QR code below or click

https://shelterislandhistorical.networkforgood.com/events/105580-havens-harvest

See you there!

Address

16 South Ferry Road, PO Box 847
Shelter Island, NY
11964

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 9am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+16317490025

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