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Smithtown Historical Society Preserving and presenting Smithtown's history and heritage since 1955.

Our education programs provide students and the community with insight into many local historical events that affected both Smithtown, and the nation as a whole. Each of our educational programs uses a variety of activities designed to provide an increasing understanding of historical topics. Responding to the need for a greater understanding of Long Island history, the Society has developed outstanding educational programs for elementary school children designed to complement New York State Curriculum requirements. Our twenty-acre site and historic buildings afford students the opportunity to learn about Farm Life in Early America, experience an 18th Century Innkeeper’s Day, or visit the home of a prominent Smithtown judge in 19th Century Long Island. The education staff leads programs both in the historic homes on the Society’s grounds and in schools through our outreach program. An annual Civil War encampment, offered in conjunction with Long Island Civil War reenactors, gives students an immersive experience into what life was like during the harsh conditions of war.

Join us for the next program in the Smithtown Historical Society’s Fall 2026 Lecture Series!Historic Schoolhouses of Lon...
10/13/2026

Join us for the next program in the Smithtown Historical Society’s Fall 2026 Lecture Series!

Historic Schoolhouses of Long Island
Speaker: Zachary N. Studenroth
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Frank Brush Barn

Explore the fascinating history of Long Island’s historic schoolhouses—from early one-room schools to distinctive buildings that have been preserved and repurposed throughout the region.

FREE admission. No advance registration required.

Learn more:
https://www.smithtownhistorical.org/event-details/historic-schoolhouses-of-long-island

Join us for The Evolution & Revolution of American Music with Transitions Saxophone Quartet — part of the Smithtown Hist...
10/13/2026

Join us for The Evolution & Revolution of American Music with Transitions Saxophone Quartet — part of the Smithtown Historical Society Fall Harvest Lecture Series.

Monday, October 12, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Frank Brush Barn · 205 East Main Street, Smithtown
Free and open to the public · No registration required

Details:

Fall Harvest Lecture Series with Transitions Saxophone Quartet. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

10/08/2026

Step into Spooky Woods at the Smithtown Historical Society!

Spooky Woods returns to the Smithtown Historical Society! Join us for a family-friendly evening of Halloween fun and spo...
10/08/2026

Spooky Woods returns to the Smithtown Historical Society! Join us for a family-friendly evening of Halloween fun and spooky adventures.

October 23–25, 2026
5:30–9:00 PM each evening
Admission: $10 per person
Smithtown Historical Society, Smithtown, NY

Bring your family and friends and make some magical Halloween memories together!

10/06/2026

Step into Spooky Woods at the Smithtown Historical Society

Long Island State Hospitals: Thirty Years After ClosingJoin the Smithtown Historical Society for a free evening lecture ...
10/04/2026

Long Island State Hospitals: Thirty Years After Closing

Join the Smithtown Historical Society for a free evening lecture with Joseph M. Galante, M.A., LMHC-D.

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Frank Brush Barn
Smithtown, NY

Learn more about the history and legacy of Long Island's state hospitals thirty years after their closing.

Free admission. Advance reservations are not required.

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Address

239 Middle Country Road
Smithtown, NY
11787

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16312656768

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