The Greater Westhampton Historical Museum

Explore our local history

Welcome to The Greater Westhampton Historical Museum

The Greater Westhampton Historical Museum preserves and promotes the history of the communities we serve. Our campus includes our archives and several historic buildings, which are a great community resource for historic information. We welcome all visitors and encourage those who are interested to become a member of the museum.

Calling All Artists! Art for History’s Sake Show & Sale

We’re thrilled to invite local artists to participate in our 2026 Art for History’s Sake Show & Sale, taking place September 25–26 at the historic Remsenburg Academy at 130 S Country Rd, Remsenburg. Friday the 25th is Preview Night from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, with champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and a chance to meet some artists, and Saturday the 26th is the public sale from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, operating on a first‑come, first‑served basis. To participate with us, simply bring your original work in any fine art medium, from paintings and sculpture to photography, ceramics, textiles, or mixed media, to the Greater Westhampton Historical Museum Campus at 101 Mill Road, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 by September 19 alongside our Artist Form posted below. Our museum’s hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (call us if you need another time). All submissions are reviewed by a selection committee, so space is limited; we also have a few canvases available if you’d like to create something new for the show. Every piece will be displayed with your name, and we’d love to help promote you on our platforms if you’re open to it.

While we are a nonprofit fundraiser and cannot offer direct compensation to artists, we hope you’ll see this as a valuable opportunity to gain exposure, connect with new audiences, and support a cherished local institution. To keep the sale straightforward, we are setting three fixed price points for all submitted works: $75, $125, and $200, and our Artist Forms give you an opportunity to list the value of your submitted work. If your work sells, it will go to a true arts supporter; if not, you are welcome to retrieve it after the show. Either way, we hope you’ll be part of this celebration of creativity and community. Thank you for considering, and we look forward to seeing your work.

Liberty’s Legacy: Westhampton Beach’s 250-Year Salute

From the birth of our nation to over a century of local celebration, step into the story of America at our new American Semiquincentennial Exhibit. Explore the powerful imagery that has defined our nation, from the early personification of the iconic Uncle Sam to the Statue of Liberty. Travel back in time to view celebrations of America that have occurred right here in Westhampton and the surrounding areas over the last century. Then, see a period room depicting life in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and lastly discover the heart of local history in our War Room, which honors Westhampton’s role in the Revolution and the stories of its veterans who have served in American wars. Don’t miss the exhibit’s tribute to community spirit, and thank you for celebrating with us!

250th Passport Book

We are proud to be a participating location for the “Long Island’s Path to Independence” Historical Passport Book. Published by the Suffolk County 250th Commemorative Planning Committee, this free guide is your key to discovering the Revolutionary War sites across our region.

As you explore our museum, be sure to pick up a copy of the passport book at our front desk. Don’t forget to have it stamped at our location to mark your visit and commemorate your journey through history! You can stop by to get your book and stamp during all of our regular open hours.