Washington Spy Trail

08/30/2026

Today in Revolutionary War history, General George Washington called Benjamin Tallmadge to headquarters for a 3PM meeting to discuss the nascent Culper Spy Ring.

The "W" in this August 25th letter stands for Woodhull, the Long Island farmer and Patriot spy they later codenamed Samuel Culper — subsequently Samuel Culper Senior, after Woodhull recruited Robert Townsend to be Culper Junior.

On November 7th, Tallmadge would be quietly appointed head of the Continental Army's intelligence service. He was only 24.

Though his predecessor, Brigadier General Charles Scott, outranked him and had significantly more military experience, Tallmadge proved an exceedingly sound choice: His intelligence network, comprised mostly of civilian informants, operated for 5 years behind enemy lines without a single member being killed.

Fortunately for those who would love a glimpse of the war through the eyes of Washington's spymaster, Benjamin Tallmadge wrote a memoir.

He won't tell you any names, though.

08/24/2026

🏨 Celebrate America's 250th with an historic getaway on Long Island's North Shore!
Follow the Washington Spy Trail through the heart of Long Island's spy country and discover the places where courage, intelligence, and secret communications helped shape the nation's founding during the British occupation of Long Island.
Make the Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook your home base while you explore historic villages, museums, landmarks, and the stories of the Culper Spy Ring at your own pace.
After a day of exploring, enjoy:
🏊 Indoor pool
💪 Fitness center
🥞 Complimentary breakfast
It's the perfect way to experience history while enjoying all the charm of Long Island's North Shore.
📍 Book your stay:
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/centereach/stony/hoteldetail

08/20/2026

Experience fine dining at OHK Bar & Restaurant, located inside the magnificent OHEKA CASTLE—the second-largest private residence in the United States and one of Long Island's most iconic Gold Coast estates.
Enjoy elegant European-inspired cuisine in a historic setting, whether you're planning a romantic dinner, meeting friends for cocktails, or dining al fresco on the beautiful outdoor piazza.
🥂 Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Great Gatsby!
Join Gatsby Hour in the OHK Bar:
📅 Monday–Thursday
🕓 4:00–7:00 PM
Learn more: https://www.oheka.com
🍷🏰✨

08/12/2026

🎹 An Evening with Ludovic Zamor at OHEKA Castle ✨

Join us on Sunday, August 30 for an unforgettable evening of exceptional dining and world-class music. Begin your night with dinner at OHK Bar & Restaurant, then experience an intimate 60-minute piano recital in OHEKA Castle's magnificent Grand Ballroom as internationally acclaimed pianist Ludovic Zamor performs Liszt Transcriptions—a breathtaking program inspired by the works of Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart, and more.

Please note:
🎟️ Concert admission requires a separate $40 ticket.
🍽️ Dinner is not included with the concert ticket and must be reserved separately through OpenTable. Guests wishing to enjoy both experiences will need both a dinner reservation and a concert ticket. Visit https://www.opentable.com/r/ohk-bar-and-restaurant-huntington?adobe_mc=MCMID%3D37571632604637845311325135926770649503%7CMCORGID%3D1C1238B352785AA60A490D4C%2540AdobeOrg%7CTS%3D1786393050 to reserve.

Reserve your dinner and secure your concert tickets today—we look forward to welcoming you for an extraordinary evening of music and elegance.

08/12/2026

08/10/2026

🎧 Explore the History of Stony Brook Village—One Story at a Time! 🏛️
The Stony Brook Village Audio Experience is now available and FREE to the public! Discover the fascinating history of the village at your own pace by scanning QR codes throughout the Village or visiting audio.stonybrookvillage.com.
With 15 audio stops, you'll hear stories about the Hercules Pavilion, the Country House Restaurant, the original residents of the Three Village Inn, and the development of Stony Brook Village Center.
📍 For the best experience, start your journey at the Hercules Pavilion.
With shopping, dining, and historic sites all close by, you can plan on spending the day!
More at: https://stonybrookvillage.com/events/category/events/

08/03/2026

🎨 Discover We the People at Raynham Hall Museum 🇺🇸
Now through August 30, 2026, explore this thought-provoking community art exhibition inspired by the Constitution's opening words, "We the People." Featuring works by local artists, the exhibit reflects on citizenship, identity, and the evolving American story.
🖼️ Artwork is available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the museum.
🕐 Hours:
• Guided Tours: Wednesday, Friday & Sunday at 1:00 and 3:00 PM
• Self-Guided Augmented Reality Tours: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
📍 Raynham Hall Museum, Oyster Bay
More at: https://raynhamhallmuseum.org/exhibitions/
🎨🇺🇸

07/30/2026

07/26/2026

07/22/2026

PSA: Today's date is also Benjamin Tallmadge's spy code number (721.) And the next few dates in July will also be spy code numbers.

Happy 7/21. 🪶

#721