Stop by during the Three Village Historical Society and Tri-Spy Tour’s 12th Annual Culper Spy Day, celebrating the rich Revolutionary heritage of our area.
Explore LIM’s The Seat of Action: Long Island in the American Revolution and Beyond exhibition and view a rare surviving letter dated November 8, 1779, between spymaster Benjamin Tallmadge (using his alias, John Bolton) and Robert (alias, Samuel Culper Jr.)Townsend. It is the only known surviving letter between the two.
Then explore our world-famous carriage collection, some with a special connection to Long Island’s Revolutionary War history.
Join us on select Friday afternoons for a special film series commemorating America’s 250th: Anniversary: America on Screen. Enjoy screenings of Smithsonian Channel programs that explore the people, places, and stories that shaped America.
The Day We Walked the Moon
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On July 20 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the moon. Narrated by Mark Strong, The Day We Walked on the Moon tells the story of how he got there through spectacular footage and interviews with key figures in the Apollo 11 mission, including astronaut Michael Collins and iconic Flight Director Gene Kranz. Further interviewees include Professor Brian Cox, Dr Brian May, and key Apollo astronauts Frank Borman and Charlie Duke.
44 minutes
Included with museum admission. No registration required.
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Join us for a special screening of Walk With Frank (2021), followed by a Q&A with Frank Romeo, who will share his personal journey and decades of advocacy on behalf of veterans and those living with PTSD.
In addition to the discussion, Frank will exhibit artwork created by veterans living with PTSD, offering a powerful perspective on healing through creative expression.
About Frank Romeo After graduating from Bay Shore High School in 1967, Frank enlisted in the U.S. Army and served with the 199th Infantry Brigade in Vietnam, a rapid-response unit that carried out intense ground combat missions, often deploying directly into battle by helicopter. During a mission in Cambodia, Frank was seriously wounded in an ambush and spent more than a year recovering in military hospitals. When he returned home to Long Island, he struggled for years with what would later be diagnosed as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
For more than 30 years, Frank has been a passionate advocate and educator, raising awareness about PTSD, homelessness, and substance use among veterans. His remarkable story of resilience, recovery, and service is told in the acclaimed documentary Walk With Frank (2021).
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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 Miller, historian emerita at Central Park Conservancy and author of Before Central Park, for an entertaining and insightful look at how these cartoons offer a unique window into the Revolutionary era. Discover the stories and personalities behind the images and see how humor became a powerful way to shape public opinion during a time of upheaval and change.
REGISTRATION
This program is included with museum admission. Space is limited, so reserve your spot below.
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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 archaeological practices have shaped our understanding of Native American communities and the challenges that can arise when studying Indigenous histories and cultural heritage. McGovern will also discuss emerging approaches that center Native perspectives and offer hopeful possibilities for a more respectful and collaborative future.
REGISTRATION
This program is included with museum admission. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early by registering below.
Experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Shinnecock Nation through a special performance by the Boys & Girls Club of Shinnecock Nation Dance Troupe. Made up of Native American youth from the Shinnecock Nation, the troupe shares their heritage through the power of dance, performing throughout Long Island and New York City.
Featuring both powwow-style and traditional Shinnecock dances, the performance offers an engaging opportunity to learn about Indigenous traditions, history, and cultural expression.
This program is included with museum admission. No registration is required.
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