Membership Benefits

Each household in the district will receive:

• Annual Household Membership

• Access to the Maple Lane Campus

• Access to the Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse

• Individual membership card

• Invitations to special events and exhibitions

• 10% discount at the Museum Gift Shop

• 10% discount at the Treasure Exchange

• 10% discount at Southold’s Stone Street Café

• Weekly eblasts and announcements

 

 

Proposition Language

Shall the Board of Education of the Southold Union Free School District be authorized to raise the sum of $183,155 for payment of operational and maintenance expenses on behalf of The Southold Historical Museum for the fiscal year 2026–2027 and annually thereafter and to levy the necessary tax.

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Key Dates

• Dessert & Discussion: Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM
  Ann Currie-Bell House, 55200 Main Road, Southold

• Budget Presentation: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
  Southold Junior/Senior High School, Library/Media Center, 420 Oaklawn Ave, Southold

• Budget Vote: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  Southold Junior/Senior High School Gymnasium, 420 Oaklawn Ave, Southold

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What am I voting on?
A stable, annual funding initiative totaling $183,155 to support Museum operations, preservation of historic structures, archives, and public programming.

How much will this cost me?
Approximately $35 per year (based on the Southold Town average home assessment of $6,000), or about $2.92 per month.

Who is included?
All residents within the Southold Union Free School District, including Southold and Peconic (ZIP codes 11971 and 11958).

What is the Annual Household Membership?
Every household receives complimentary membership with full access, benefits, discounts, and event invitations—bringing the entire community into the Museum.

What happens to current members?
Existing memberships will transition into the new community-wide model if the proposition passes, ensuring continued benefits while expanding access to all residents.

When and where do I vote?
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Southold Junior/Senior High School Gymnasium.

What will this funding be used for?

These funds are dedicated to the continued preservation, maintenance, and professional care of our collections and historic structures. Every dollar raised is used in direct pursuit of the Museum’s mission: to promote interest in and education about the history of Southold.

How do I receive my free membership to the Museum?

In appreciation, we wish to offer complimentary Annual Household Memberships to every home in the district (11971 & 11958) as a way of saying thank you for bringing our community closer together. Upon approval of this initiative, these memberships will be available to all residents beginning in 2027; simply visit the Museum or present your driver's license to activate your membership benefits. By opening our doors to every family investing in our history, we aim to make the Museum a place you are truly proud to call home.

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Our Commitment

We are committed to transparency and community engagement. Through public events, open dialogue, and direct outreach, we welcome every question and conversation.

Supporting the Southold Historical Museum is an investment in preserving our shared heritage and strengthening the future of our community. Together, we ensure that Southold’s story continues to be told, experienced, and celebrated.

 

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More Info:

Contact: Darren St. George
631-765-5500 ext. 3
d.stgeorge@southoldhistorical.org