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SEE OUR 2024 EXHIBITS!
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Hours of Operation
The Shelter Island History Center: Tuesday through Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm The Havens Store: Friday and Saturday: 10 am to 2:00 pm Sunday and Monday: CLOSED OUR MISSION:
The Shelter Island Historical Society collects and preserves the artifacts, records and stories that define the island's unique history. We welcome and connect our community by exploring our shared history through exhibits, research, educational programs and performances. |
COMING SOON!
Mark your calendars for this festive holiday session of the Havens Farmers Market! Your favorite local food, beverage and craft vendors will be joined by musicians, handicraft artisans, story time with the Shelter Island Library and much more. See you here!
(Inclement weather date: Sunday, December 15.)
(Inclement weather date: Sunday, December 15.)
NEW HAVENS STORE HOURS!The holidays are here and our Havens Store is your one-stop shopping for Shelter Island gifts! From candles to coloring books, golf balls to Oscar the Oyster glasses, hats to holiday cards – you can get it all (and much more!) at the Havens Store. Make sure to check out the Shelter Island Historical Society 2025 calendar, with images from our archives. (Dedicated to D. Jean Dickerson, the calendar is in limited supply.) Stop by during our new opening hours - Friday and Saturday, 10am to 2pm – or order online anytime at
https://www.shelterislandhistorical.org/havensstore.html |
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The photo is a painting by Helen Myers of Esther Sarah Havens home. Once the oldest house on Shelter Island, it was located at "Sarah's Corner," opposite Heritage Drive on what is now South Ferry Road. Esther was the daughter of Nicoll Havens and Sarah Fosdick.
Dear Friends of the Shelter Island Historical Society -
The past year has paved the way for us to be our most innovative in providing creative and meaningful experiences through our stimulating exhibits and programs. For students, lifelong learners, and families, the Shelter Island Historical Society has helped reconnect us with each other and our historical roots.
We are looking forward to seeing you here for another exciting season of exhibitions, presentations, and educational programs. What better reason to make a year end gift to support us? Together we’ll cultivate and enrich the programs, so we continue to meet our community’s ever-changing needs and curiosity.
Thank you in advance for your gift.
With Gratitude,
Mary Fran Gleason
President, Board of Directors
Here’s the link to donate:
https://shelterislandhistorical.networkforgood.com/projects/68897-annual-campaign?utm_campaign=dms_email_blast_3592411
The past year has paved the way for us to be our most innovative in providing creative and meaningful experiences through our stimulating exhibits and programs. For students, lifelong learners, and families, the Shelter Island Historical Society has helped reconnect us with each other and our historical roots.
We are looking forward to seeing you here for another exciting season of exhibitions, presentations, and educational programs. What better reason to make a year end gift to support us? Together we’ll cultivate and enrich the programs, so we continue to meet our community’s ever-changing needs and curiosity.
Thank you in advance for your gift.
With Gratitude,
Mary Fran Gleason
President, Board of Directors
Here’s the link to donate:
https://shelterislandhistorical.networkforgood.com/projects/68897-annual-campaign?utm_campaign=dms_email_blast_3592411
Physical Address: 16 South Ferry Road, Shelter Island, NY 11964
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 847, Shelter Island, NY 11964
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 631-749-0025
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The Shelter Island History Center's main floor and lower level are ADA accessible.
Only Service Animals are welcome at The Shelter Island History Center.
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! #shelterislandhistoricalsociety #shelterislandhistorycenter
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.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 847, Shelter Island, NY 11964
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 631-749-0025
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The Shelter Island History Center's main floor and lower level are ADA accessible.
Only Service Animals are welcome at The Shelter Island History Center.
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! #shelterislandhistoricalsociety #shelterislandhistorycenter
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.