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We are located in the heart of Springs Historic District, by the Blacksmiths shop, Ashawagh Hall and Community Presbyterian Church. The Society presents programs on topics related to Springs for the past 50 years!
The society collects and preserves documents and photographs from the area and operates the Springs Community Library.
The Springs Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community and preserving the history of Springs. Its mission began with Elizabeth Parker Anderson's generous bequest of her home to the Town of East Hampton for use as a library to serve the Springs community. We present educational programs, collect and preserve local documents and photographs, and operate the Springs Community Library.
Events & Announcements
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Dena Harris, Flower #2, Oil on panel, 12” x 12”
SMALL NATURAL WONDERS
A group exhibition curated by Donna Corvi
Sunday, August 16 –
Sunday, September 20, 2026
The Springs Historical Society is pleased to welcome guest curator Donna Corvi to the Springs Community Library. Small Natural Wonders presents the work of Springs artists who, in their distinctive styles, have captured the mystery and unique beauty that surrounds us each day.
In these works, the artists have observed, reacted to, interpreted and/or imagined the world’s small, natural wonders. These range from intricate, often overlooked details of the earth's ecosystem — think glistening dew drops or a spiderweb — to love, to majestic mountains, and even abstract thoughts. Small wonders, big ideas, all painted in a small format — 12” or less.
OPENING RECEPTION
Sunday, August 16 / 11 am - 1 pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DURING LIBRARY HOURS
Monday thru Thursday:10 am - noon
Friday: 10 am - noon & 1 pm - 3 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 3 / Sunday / 1 - 3 pm
East Hampton Historical Farm Museum
131 N Main St, East Hampton (631) 405-8574
IMPORTANT DATES AT THE FARM 2026
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August 29th | Birds of the East End
Rewild Long Island/Kiwanis/Farm Museum
August 15th | Craft Guild Fair
August 22nd | Spud Festival
October 17th | Craft Guild Fair
November 21st | Pie Auction
December 12th | Christmas Party/Fair
Closing Weekend
STORY TIME FOR KIDS
Every Saturday at 10:30 AM
Step away from the market across the street and give everyone a chance to lose themselves in the wonderful world of story books.
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Looking to get involved – if only for a day – with the library?
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We are looking for volunteers to read a story on Saturdays at 10:30
please contact us at : 631 - 324 - 3165
Blacksmith Shop
Saturday, 13th, from 9.30 - 11.30​​
Great for kids and adults alike.
And while your there, stop in the library for story time for the kids. (10:30 – 11AM)
StoryShare
TBD September
June StoryShare was a wonderful event with folks sharing Vacation/Camp tales and artist Mark Perry’s wonderful presentation which gave us, once again, a glimpse into the stories artists weave visually.
We will not be meeting again until September, but I would love to get input from you all as to topics you would like to discuss.
Artists – please let me know if you are interested in joining us for a discussion/presentation of your work. Your participation has become such a welcome mainstay … sharing your work and in some cases introducing yourself to locals who might not be otherwise familiar.
Contact: randye@randyelordon.com
Mystery Book Club
Monday, May 4th 2:00-4:00pm
Led by Lynn McVeigh
A Great Deliverance by Elizabeth George
The investigation of a vicious murder exposes a quiet community’s sinister web of secrets—the “spellbinding” (Chicago Sun-Times) first novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Inspector Lynley series.
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Sign up is at the library or email em1@nyu.edu​​​​​
Stitch & Bitch
Wednesdays 3:30-5:30pm
Threads of Kindness … from Springs Library Stitch & Bitch Group
DONATIONS NEEDED
The SHS/Library Stitch & Bitch Program is requesting donations of "100% cotton yarn" any color, if anyone has some cotton yarn sitting around in a closet or drawer and they would like to contribute to our 2026 Spring project of "made with kindness" potholders & placemats for the Springs Pantry.
To register contact: Valerie King
646-217- 1825 valeriekingP.hd@gmail.com or call the Springs Library for more information.
Mahjong
Wednesdays,1-3pm and 3-5pm
Players are requested to commit to the arrival/departure time of their choice.
No registration
No sign up needed.
Join us in the library. Free and open to all levels.
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​​The Springs Historical Society and Community Library in East Hampton, has a weekly Mahjong program on Wednesday afternoons where Mahjong is much more than just a game!!! Every one of our Mahjong games is a learning experience for each player. Our program at the Springs Library does not require advanced reservations to play. The program is open to all who show up, want to learn the game and enjoy playing at tables with mixed level players.
Membership at the Library is not required. We do have a maximum limit of 20 players at any given time.
Artist Directory
Check out the new directory featuring local artists.
Are you a Springs Artist?
If so we'd love to have you join the Springs Artist Directory on our website.
Please contact John Haubrich at hdesigninc55@gmail.com
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jpg of headshot
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jpg of image of work
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A brief statement (20 words or less)
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Website address and any social media
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Become a member
You can now become a member of the SHS & Community Library via our website.
Lifetime membership is $250
Yearly membership~$30
Volunteers
SHS & Community Library is looking for volunteers! Do you have a few hours to spare? Give us a call! 631-324-3165
Have you heard
There's a fantastic podcast called Our Hamptons. New episodes of Hamptons-centric podcast can be found on the website: www.ourhamptonspodcast.com, along with pictures and media. In addition, the podcast can be found on podcast outlets. New episodes are posted every other Tuesday.
Need a Notary
Contact local notary Dru Raley. She will arrange to meet at the library.
Email: druraley2@optonline.net
Phone: 631 -907-0177