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Jon Folk shows of
his blacksmithing skills at the 2011 Ice Cream Social.
2012 Events
(Tentative schedule, updated 12/23/2011)
January 14 Treasure Exchange re-opens on
a limited schedule
In January through March the exchange will only be open on
Saturday. They will
re-open full-time in April (see below).
January 30 Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting will take place at 5pm on January 30th, 2012 at Founder's
Landing on Hobart Lane in Southold.
March 13 Potluck Supper
Join at 6:30 pm at Jeni's Main Street Grill, whose owner has volunteered the
space, for a fine
evening of homemade food and wonderfully crafted desserts. The Grill is
located next to the Prince Building on Main Road in Southold.
April 3 Treasure Exchange Opens Full-time
The Society's antiques and collectibles consignment shop (for more information
click HERE)
opens to the public for its full schedule beginning April 3, 2012 at the Society's Prince Building. Come and
hunt for that rare print, elegant chandelier, or vintage toy. Join us at the only Antiques and Collectibles consignment shop on
the North Fork! First consignments will be received April 3, 2012. From April on
the exchange is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm.
Consignments are welcomed on each Tuesday.
April 12 April Showers Dinner
Join us this afternoon and evening for the Society's annual dinner at the
Soundview Inn on the Sound. There will be a fifty-fifty cash raffle as
part of the festivities. The dinner has seating available from the noon until the
8pm. Tickets are $20 per person and includes
salad, main course, coffee or tea, and dessert.
April 28 Annual Art Auction
At this event we will offer a variety of artworks by
living local artists (some will be present) as well as
those by the historic artists we know so well. $10 entry fee, includes wine and
hors d'oeuvres - spend the rest of your hard earned
money on a beautiful artwork for your home or office!
The Auction will be held at Castello di Borghese
Vineyard in Cutchogue, NY. Preview from 6:00 to
7:00, auction begins at 7pm. To view lots in the
auction, click on the 'Auction of Fine Art' link on our
home page.
May 6 Founder's Tea
This
event is for Members only!
May 26 Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse Opens
Visit our most popular attraction, the Horton Point Lighthouse that was
originally laid out by George Washington. Marvel at the Nautical and
Maritime artifacts. The Lighthouse is open Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 am -
4pm. For Memorial Day Weekend the Lighthouse will be open Saturday,
Sunday, and Monday (5/26-5/28).
June 9 Annual Society Yard Sale
The Southold Historical Society will hold a garage sale on the front porch of
the Prince Building on Main Road on June 9th. The sale will include
material donated by various Society members to benefit our programs and
activities. Watch the papers for times!
July 7 Maple Lane Complex opens to the Public
Bring out the family and enjoy a tour of our grounds, including the Ann
Currie-Bell House, Thomas Moore House, Pine Neck Barn and many other buildings.
Open Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday 1-4pm. Admission fee.
July 7 Summer Fundraiser
at Founder's Landing
Join us
for this summer's special fundraiser at the beautiful
waterfront grounds of Founder's Landing. This years
summer gala will take place from 5pm to 8pm and will
include a silent auction and live Jazz music in addition
to fine food and other refreshments.
July 14 Summer Exhibition "Voices
of the North Fork" opens
Based on the Society's oral history program, this
exhibit looks at Southold's history through the voices
of those who lived it. Watch for
more details!
July (Mid) Summer Morning Workshops
The Society is pleased again to offer its popular series of
workshops for children entering grades, 4, 5, & 6. All will take place at
the Museum’s Maple Lane complex. Workshops begin at 9 am and conclude
promptly at noon and a simple snack will be offered. Enrollment is limited. Call 765-5500 for
further information.
August 4 Annual Ice Cream Social
The annual ice cream social will take place on
Saturday, August 4th from 1-4pm. Come and enjoy amazing ice cream,
hayrides, children’s games, tours, face painting, live music, and other great activities. Admission is free, but tickets need to be
purchased on-site for ice cream and for activities.
October Fall Exhibit
"The Paintings of George Hallock" Opens
The bright colors and detailed landscapes of George
Hallock (1916-1984) make him one of best artists to have
worked on the North Fork during the mid 20th century.
This exhibit will feature works by this notable painter. Watch for more details!
October 1-10 Step Back
in History Week Programs
Children from all over the North Fork come to the Historical Society for a
series of educational (and fun!) activities. Over 1,000 children will
attend this series again where they will learn about daily life in the past..
October 7 Complex Closes
October 8 Horton Point Lighthouse Closes
November 8 Harvest Dinner
Join us on November 8th from 12noon -8pm for our new
Harvest Dinner. The dinner, which will take
place at the Soundview Restaurant, will feature "comfort
food" as we begin our descent into the winter months.
Tickets are $20 per person and there will also be a
50/50 cash raffle. Entree choices for the evening
include Pot Roast and Salmon.
November 23 Annual Candlelight Holiday Tour
The Southold Historical Society will host its annual Candlelight Tour at the
Museum grounds on the Main Road opposite the Firehouse on Friday November 23,
2012 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. All buildings will be decorated for the holiday
season and open to the public. Farm and home craft demonstrations will take
place in the various buildings, strolling musicians will be on the grounds,
Santa will be visiting, and refreshments will be served. The annual tree
lighting at 5:00 p.m. will be accompanied by caroling led by the Southold High
School Chorus Ensemble. No admission charge, donations accepted.
December 2 Holiday Tea
This event is for
Members only!
December 23 - January 1 Society Office Closed for the
Holidays
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