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“Washington Crossing the Delaware:” the Story Behind the Painting – Zoom Lecture with Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan | FREE

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March 19 @ 7:00 pm

Washington Crossing the Delaware, the huge iconic painting depicting the pivotal moment that breathed new life into the Patriot cause on Christmas night, 1776, was revered as a symbol of American freedom and then vilified as a cliché filled with historical errors. Join Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan via Zoom as she shares the truth about that fateful night and the following day, when General George Washington and his rag-tag army defeated the Hessians, hired by King George III, at Trenton, NJ. An independent historian and a docent at The Metropolitan Museum of Art– the museum that owns the painting– Elizabeth will analyze Emanuel Leutze’s celebrated work for its truths and for its poetic license.

Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan is the former Director of Education at the Three Village Historical Society and an educator, writer, and lecturer on art, artists, and American history.

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This program is free; no museum admission is required. Once registered, you will be emailed a link to the program on March 18th. Please note that this program is virtual only and will not be offered in person.

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While Dire Oppression Reigns: Women’s Experience of Occupied Long Island with Dr. Susan Hinely

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March 22 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Long Island became an occupied territory after the British won the Battle of Brooklyn, and it remained under occupation for over seven years, the longest continuously occupied area during the War of Independence. In recognition of America250 and Women’s History Month, join Stony Brook University Lecturer Dr. Susan Hinely as she highlights the common theme of women’s importance as economic providers and primary responders in a context of social collapse.

This program will take place in the Gillespie Room located in the Carriage Museum.

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This program is included with museum admission. Preregistration is requested.

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FILM@LIM: The Inquisitor | Free

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March 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join LIM and the Port Jefferson Arts Council for a FREE screening and discussion of The Inquisitor (2025), directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Angela Lynn Tucker.

Explore the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan, a groundbreaking Texas congresswoman whose sharp intellect and moral clarity transformed U.S. politics. From Nixon’s impeachment to civil rights battles, her voice demanded accountability, while she privately faced struggles few ever knew of. Known for her oratory brilliance and unwavering principles, Jordan’s voice helped shape 1970s politics.

Following the film, enjoy an engaging discussion about the film with guest speaker, V. Elaine Gross, Founder and President Emerita of ERASE Racism, the regional civil rights organization based on Long Island. ERASE Racism has received extensive regional and national media attention forits cutting-edge, research-based, policy advocacy and programs that expose and address the devastating impact of historical and ongoing structural racism.

This screening will take place in the Gillespie Room located in the Carriage Museum.

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This program is free; registration is requested at the link below. Seating is limited.

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This screening is part of the Indie Lens Pop Up series.

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Mornings@LIM The Seat of Action Gallery Tour | An In the Moment Program

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April 1 @ 11:00 am

LIM is proud to offer free programs designed for individuals living with memory loss and their care partners. These monthly sessions offer time for creative engagement and social connection in our galleries and art studio, as well as through special music and movie programs. These programs are run in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center.

In commemoration of America250, The Seat of Action spotlights the experiences of the Long Islanders during the Revolutionary War through incredible artwork and artifacts. Enjoy a guided discussion with museum educators for a morning of learning and fun!

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Space is limited & preregistration is required.
To reserve your spot, complete the form linked below, or for more information, please call (631) 751-0066 x212 or email educators@longislandmuseum.org

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50 Years of Apple Computers with Kevin Lenane

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April 26 @ 1:00 pm

Join collector Kevin Lenane for an engaging talk and guided tour of 50 Years of Apple Computers, an exhibition showcasing one of the most complete and meticulously restored Apple computer collections in the United States. As a fellow Long Islander, Lenane has assembled a remarkable collection that celebrates the technological and design innovations that brought personal computing from the desktop into everyday life. Learn about the evolution of Apple products, hear stories behind key pieces, and explore the exhibition alongside the collector himself.

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Included with museum admission. Space is limited; registration is requested

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The American Revolution and the Fate of the World with author Richard Bell

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May 16 @ 1:00 pm

When we think of the American Revolution, we picture 13 colonies squaring off against the British Crown in a spirited bid for independence. But this version of the story is only half the truth—and perhaps not even the most interesting half.

In this riveting program, historian and author Richard Bell invites us to rediscover the Revolution as a world war that unleashed chaos, opportunity, and transformation across six continents—from the sugar fields of the Caribbean to the court of the King of Mysore, from refugee camps on the Canadian frontier to political uprisings in Sierra Leone and Peru—and traces the far-flung reverberations of the war through the lives of the people it displaced, empowered, or destroyed.

Richard Bell is a Professor of History at the University of Maryland and author of The American Revolution and the Fate of the World. Learn more at richard-bell.com.

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This program is included with admission. Space is limited; registration is requested.

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