Laugh and learn about some of the fascinating—and often surprising—events of the American Revolution in New York through the witty, satirical cartoons of the period. Explore how British and American artists used humor, caricature, and political satire to comment on the people, politics, conflicts, and controversies of the Revolution. Join historian and author Sara Cedar […]
Come in costume and celebrate Halloween with a day of family-friendly fun at the Museum! Paint your own pumpkin, get creative with festive crafts, explore the galleries, and enjoy an exciting Mad Science show filled with fun, wacky discoveries. Help make a difference in our community by bringing a non-perishable food donation for our fall […]
CALLING ALL TEEN LEADERS! The National Youth Summit brings middle and high school students together with scholars, teachers, policy experts, and activists in a national conversation about important events in America's past that have relevance to the nation's present and future. Who: Open to teen leaders from 14-18 years old. What: The Long Island Museum […]
Get creative at the Museum's Studio with this fun fall workshop! Craft a beautiful painted leaf mobile. Perfect for ages 7 and up, this fall nature-inspired art project results in a stunning, personalized room decoration that dances gently in the autumn breeze. Come early to enjoy free museum admission! Please stop at our Visitors Center […]
Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, or hand-sew, gather at the LIM to do what you love. Bring your work-in-progress and enjoy some good company. Open to adults and children 12 and up. This program will take place in the Studio located on the East side of campus near the Carriage Museum. See Map. This community program […]
These monthly sessions are open to individuals living with dementia and their care partners. They offer time for creative engagement and social connection in our galleries and art studio, as well as through special music and movie programs. This November, explore LIM’s newest exhibition, Enduring Hearts: Native American Long Island, which celebrates the history and […]
Join us for The Long Island Museum’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Enjoy a festive evening of dinner, dancing, and live music by Tom Manuel and The Jazz Loft All Stars! Get a head start on your holiday shopping at our annual silent auction, with proceeds supporting the Museum’s exhibitions and educational programming. Join us […]
The Long Island Museum, Port Jefferson Arts Council, and WUSB-FM are proud to present an eclectic music series featuring nationally and internationally known touring artists. Join us as we celebrate two legendary songwriters! Joni Mitchell and Tom Waits—two singular voices, two extraordinary songbooks, and decades of music that continue to captivate audiences. Join a dozen […]
Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, or hand-sew, gather at the LIM to do what you love. Bring your work-in-progress and enjoy some good company. Open to adults and children 12 and up. This program will take place in the Studio located on the East side of campus near the Carriage Museum. See Map. This community program […]
Get creative at the Museum's Studio with this fun fall workshop! This versatile paste felt portrait workshop lets participants transform photos or imaginations into soft, 2D textured masterpieces. Using vibrant felt shapes and easy crafting adhesives, attendees will cut, layer, and glue personalized self-portraits, family members, or beloved pets into unique keepsakes. Great for holiday […]
Join anthropological archaeologist Allison McGovern, PhD, RPA, Cultural Resources Manager at Brookhaven National Laboratory, for an engaging program exploring the complex relationship between archaeology and Native American history. The program begins with a seated lecture in the Gillespie Room, followed by a guided talk and walk through Enduring Heart: Native American Long Island. Discover how […]
Join us for a virtual lecture with Linford D. Fisher, author and Professor of History at Brown University, to focus on his new book, Stealing America: The Hidden Story of Indigenous Slavery in U.S. History, and the lesser-known stories of Native enslavement and land loss throughout American history. Although the first enslaved Africans arrived in […]
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