Camp Upton was one of sixteen cantonments built to train soldiers upon the United States’ entry into World War I. The camp was located on nearly 20,000 acres of scrub pine forest on Long Island. It was the home of the 77th “Liberty” Division, many from the New York area, whose soldiers distinguished themselves in [...]
Due to forecasted rain, this event has been rescheduled from May 19 to May 20. Join your neighbors, friends and relatives on this total two mile walk. Treat your special dog to a morning you both will remember. Simple rules to follow: All dogs must remain on a leash and under the supervision of the [...]
MPMS Historical Society celebrates new talent and our local artists. Join us for a gallery setting and view great works by local photographers. Call for details, 631-476-5742 (21+ for wine/adult beverages)
Come see us this spring! Questions, call 631-476-5742.
Children are invited to bring their prewritten letter for Santa to the old Miller Place Post Office, 75 North Country Road, Miller Place. Postman Pete will bundle the letters for the North Pole! Visit the historic c. 1720 William Miller House for refreshments and caroling led by local high school students. Each child will receive [...]
If you watched the four seasons of the AMC series “TURN”, this will TURN you around 180 degrees to the true story. The television show was about 80 percent soap opera and about 20 percent true. Come to our meeting and learn the truth about the Culper Spy Ring. This lecture will be presented by [...]
Come join us for our Early-Eerie American jaunt in what is now a popular event in the heart of the Miller Place historic district! Enjoy a tour of the historic Miller Place district led by a guide telling tales of old – some true, some legend – and yes some are spooky! There are a [...]
Experience a day of life in early LI with a Civil War Encampment, Open Hearth Cooking, Period Gun Display, Wampum Bead Making, Blacksmithing, Pottery Making, Colonial and Victorian Games, Textile Talk, Farm Tools, Schoolhouse, Sketch Artist, Wilderness Traveling Museum, 50/50 Raffles & More. Fun for the whole family. Admission $5 (includes tour of historic William [...]
The Hawkins House photo and antique frame was a gift from photographer Michael R. Eamotte. Michael grew up in one of the historic homes not far from the Hawkins House and after several years has returned to that home. Raffle tickets are $1 each. For each dollar donated your name and information will be added [...]
