Historical Society of Islip Hamlet

09/26/2026

The History of Music on Long Island 🎶

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet presents J.K. Hodge, film composer and historian, as he walks us through performances done by native Long Islanders or performed on the Island by famous musicians. Iconic venues and memorable music festivals will also be discussed. The program will be held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Avenue from 7pm-9 pm and is free and open to the public. For more information call 631-559-2915, www.isliphamlethistory.org.

09/26/2026

Cemetery Tour Update 🍁👻

Please note that as a result of the inclement weather conditions this weekend, the Oakwood Cemetery Tour has been rescheduled to take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 2pm-4pm. We hope to see you there! Please stay safe and well during the storm by reading a good history book!

08/20/2026

5th Oakwood Cemetery Tour! 🍁🪦🇺🇸

On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will host the 5th Oakwood Cemetery Tour between 2 pm and 4 pm (with a rain date of Sunday, October 4). We will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence as we experience the lives of Revolutionary War Soldiers, firing musket volleys to honor them. You will also hear the story of "the lost soul of Islip" and a Judge involved in the trial of New York N***s in Bay Shore. Tickets are available now and cost $25/person and are on sale at Eventbrite and Caroline's Flower Shoppe (cash or check only) or the day of the event. For more information: www.isliphamlethistory.org, 631-559-2915.

05/11/2026

Long Island’s Natural History

On Monday, May 18, 2026, Tara Rider will present a program on the Island’s natural history. We have an appreciation for the beauty of our island and surrounding waters, but don’t know how it was formed and evolved. From salt marshes, cranberry bogs, hardwood forests and the Hempstead Plains, our island has been continually shaped. Come learn about the Island’s natural history. The program will be held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave., 7pm-9 pm. The program is free and open to the public. For more information please visit www.isliphamlethistory.org or call 631-559-2915. 🌊🐚🌾

05/11/2026

PLEASE PROTECT OUR HISTORIC MARKERS!!!!! -Lately, many of our historic markers have been vandalized and stolen! We work hard to raise the money for these markers, at a cost of approximately $2,000 each! We ask our community to please assist us with protecting and preserving our history! "If you see something, SAY something!" We will be filing police reports, but we hope our community continues to respect and appreciate our historic markers!

04/07/2026

02/23/2026

The History of the South Side Sportsman's Club

On Monday, March 2, 2026, the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will host Ed Gross, Historian, on the history of the Sportsman's Club; how it grew from an 18th century house to an Inn. Presidents and notables of the era hunted and fished there. The Club worked with Robert Moses to create Connetquot River State Park.

The program will take place at the Islip Public Library at 71 Monell Avenue, is free and open to the public. For more information visit www.isliphamlethistory.org or call 631-559-2915.

01/25/2026

From the Curator's Corner: Enough snow for you? February 21, 1934!

(Note: This photograph is property of the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet)

12/07/2025

Holiday House Tour & raffles going on now!!!!!

12/04/2025

This Sunday, December 7, 2025!