In 1640, a small group of eight men, one woman and one boy, settlers from Lynn, Massachusetts landed at Conscience Point, North Sea in Southampton. They then obtained land from the Indigenous Shinnecock Nation. Three years later, the village was 43 families strong.
Since 1898, the Southampton Colonial Society, now known as the Southampton Historical Society has been preserving the Thomas Halsey Homestead, the first home built in Southampton, The Rogers Mansion, Pelletreau Shop and numerous significant artifacts collected by the society. The Rogers Mansion also includes a one-room schoolhouse, an 1825 barn, and a 19th-century paint store.
The museum is very accessible as it is just off the south end of Main Street. The current exhibit is: Hunting the whale: the rise and fall of the Southampton industry. The Halsey Homestead is also walking distance and there are several events throughout the season where you can experience the estate and homestead in full grandeur.
The Rogers Mansion Open Hours: March to December: Wednesday to Saturday:
11am to 4pm.
The Thomas Halsey Homestead Open Hours: June to October: Saturday: 11am to 4pm. If you wish to visit the Thomas Halsey Homestead at another time please call the Rogers Mansion at 631-283-2494 to set up an appointment.
Thomas Halsey House 249 S. Main St., Southampton 11963
The Roger’s Mansion 17 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968
Events
Southampton House Tour an Insider’s View of some of the most beautiful homes in the Hamptons- Saturday, June 3, 2017
Halsey House Gala: Celebrating Southampton’s Oldest Home- July 8th, 2017
More info HERE
