The Long Island Museum

Cold days call for warm discoveries ❄️✨ #discoverlongisland⁠ ⁠ Step inside the @limuseum where you can explore the art, rich history, and timeless stories right here in our own backyard.

Take a step back in time to Long Island 250 years ago with “The Seat of Action: Long Island in the American Revolution & Beyond,” on view at The Long Island Museum through September 13, 2026. LIM is proud to celebrate the semiquincentennial of the American Revolution and the pivotal role Long Island — an area that was under martial law and British control longer than any other part of the American colonies — played in our nation’s fight for independence. From the daring espionage of the Culper Spy Ring and the leadership of William Floyd to the vital contributions of women and soldiers of color, the exhibition explores the powerful stories of everyday Long Islanders who helped shape the course of American history. Plan your visit at longislandmuseum.org. - This exhibition is part of LIM’s @longisland250 celebration. - #LongIslandMuseum #America250 #Longisland250 #AmericanRevolution #CulperSpy

Take a nostalgic look back at the 50-year history of Apple with LIM’s “50 Years of Apple Computers: The Kevin Lenane Collection,” now on view at LIM through May 24, 2026! Explore the most complete collection of Apple computers in the United States, assembled and restored by Long Island resident Kevin Lenane. His collection celebrates the technological and design innovations of Apple that brought personal computing devices into the homes—and now the hands—of all Americans. The exhibition features a rare 1976 Apple-1 computer, marking the 50th anniversary of its release, alongside artifacts from Apple’s groundbreaking Lisa and Mac development projects of the 1980s. Visitors will also explore Apple’s 1990s experiments with personal digital assistants, as well as the iconic, colorful iMac G3. Plan your visit at longislandmuseum.org - #LongIslandMuseum #50YearsOfAppleComputers

We are thrilled and proud to announce that Lisa Unander, Director of Education at The Long Island Museum, has been selected by the Three Village Historical Society as the recipient of this year's Beverly C. Tyler History Education Award. Lisa was honored at the Three Village Historical Society’s 46th Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration on Wednesday, May 13th at the Old Field Club in East Setauket. This prestigious accolade is bestowed upon an exceptional teacher, educator, historian, writer, docent, or storyteller for outstanding contributions to history education -- with these awards recognizing local businesses, residents, homeowners, society members and youth whose dedication helps preserve and celebrate our shared heritage across the Three Village area. Since joining The Long Island Museum in 2006, Lisa has played an instrumental role in the growth of LIM's Education Department, overseeing LIM's school programs that serve more than 3,500 students visiting each year. She was also involved in the creation and continued expansion of LIM's "In the Moment" programs, which are a suite of programs designed to creatively engage those living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of memory loss and their care partners. We would also like to thank the other hardworking members of our Education Department who help make the museum a world-class cultural destination. We are very grateful to Beth Chiarelli, Samantha O'Rourke, Lynn Adler, and Laura Yacoubi for their passion and dedication to our mission. Please join us in congratulating Lisa on this well-deserved honor and the continuing positive impact she makes here in the Three Village community!

SAVE THE DATE! LIM is proud to honor the brave and dedicated men and women of the Stony Brook Fire Department at our Winter Gala on November 7, 2026. The Gala isn’t just the LIM’s most important fundraising event of the year; it provides an opportunity to recognize the many incredible people and organizations that help make our community a unique and vibrant place to live, work, and play. We are grateful to the SBFD for their professionalism and service, and invite you to join us when we honor them this fall. Dance, dine, and celebrate for a great cause, all while celebrating those who serve and protect us. All proceeds from the Winter Gala support the Museum’s exhibitions and educational programming. More information to come soon!

Cybercrime Magazine [@cybercrimemagazine ] recently visited The Long Island Museum to interview collector Kevin Lenane, whose rare and meticulously restored Apple device collection is currently on view in LIM’s “50 Years of Apple Computers” exhibition! Watch the video on Cybercrime Magazine’s YouTube page: youtube.com/watch?v=iEFdThGYrb4 Thank you to the team at Cybercrime Magazine for featuring Kevin and sharing his impressive collection with audiences around the world! Come see his collection in person at LIM through May 24, 2026. - #LongIslandMuseum #50YearsOfAppleComputers

ON VIEW Join us as we take a groovy trip back in time! “Long Island in the ‘70s” will take you on a nostalgic journey through the outta-sight decade, capturing the energy, excitement, and challenges of this transformative era. The far-out exhibition features fashions from LIM’s collection, a 1974 AMC Matador Station Wagon, milestone toys and sports memorabilia, and artwork and photography reflecting the decade’s changes. Highlights include photography by Rick Kopstein, Meryl Meisler, and Joanne Mulberg. Visitors explore immersive displays, including a fully realized 1970s suburban living room, and a section on Long Island's experiences during the end of the Vietnam War, with military uniforms, photographs, and shared stories—offering a vivid look at a decade that continues to shape life today. Come see “Long Island in the ‘70s” through October 18, 2026 at The Long Island Museum! Plan your visit at longislandmuseum.org. - #LongIslandMuseum #LongIslandInThe70s

ONLY 2 WEEKENDS left before we hit “quit” on the three exhibitions in our Art Museum: “Video Gamers: The Great Connector,” “LI Gamers,” and “50 Years of Apple Computers: The Kevin Lenane Collection.” Learn how gaming goes far beyond entertainment, shaping the lives of today’s youth while highlighting Long Island’s role in video game history. Play your way through 10+ interactive gaming stations, including 4 stations featuring retro consoles, like the Sega Genesis, PlayStation 1, and NES, on loan from the Long Island Retro Gaming Expo. Then take a look back at the 50-year history of Apple with devices from the most complete collection of Apple devices, by collector Kevin Lenane, including the rare 1975 Apple 1 and iconic G3 computers. All three exhibits close on Sunday, May 24th. Plan your visit at longislandmuseum.org. - “Video Games: The Great Connector” was created by Science and Arts Engagement New York, Inc./DBA Harlem Gallery of Science [@hgs_ny ], and supported by New York State Council on the Arts. - #LongIslandMuseum #VideoGamesTheGreatConnector #VideoGameHistory

Use your mobile device to make stunning works of art! Join us for an in-depth iPhone Photography Workshop with photographer Anthony Graziano on May 17th from 9:45 am to 2:30 pm at The Long Island Museum! 📱🖼️ This intensive four-hour workshop goes beyond basic iPhone snapshots to help participants create art-quality photographs. Award-winning fine art photographer Anthony Graziano guides you through iPhone camera setup, hidden features, composition, photographic techniques, and basic editing tips. The workshop combines an interactive indoor session with guided outdoor, in-field instruction on the museum’s scenic grounds, offering personalized feedback in an inspiring natural setting. Workshop Includes: • iPhone camera settings and app features • Picture-taking and composition tips • Fundamental photographic techniques • In-field instruction with personal attention • Workshop guide: Exploring Nature One iFrame at a Time Please note that this presentation is based on iPhones but may also apply to other mobile phones. Photographic techniques apply regardless of what camera phone you use. Reserve your spot and register online at longislandmuseum.org/events (link in bio). - #LongIslandMuseum #iPhonePhotography #PhotographyWorkshop

Join us to make this spring a little brighter during our annual Spring Cereal Drive in support of Agape Meals for Kids [@@agapemelasforkids ]. Between May 14–31, donate full-size boxes of cereal to help support local families and fill pantry shelves with breakfast essentials! 🥣💗🌷 The Long Island Museum is proud to be an official food drive drop-off site for Agape Meals for Kids, a local non-profit providing food to children facing food insecurity. Please bring your donation to the LIM Visitors Center and receive one free museum admission. Donations will be accepted during our regular visiting hours: Thursday, 11:30 am to 7:00 pm* and Friday–Sunday, noon to 5:00 pm. Plan your visit at longislandmuseum.org. - *Please note that museum admission is free after 5:00 pm every Thursday. - #LongIslandMuseum

Wishing a joyful and peaceful Mother’s Day to all the mothers and grandmothers in our lives 💐. To show our appreciation, they all can enjoy free admission to the Museum today (May 10th) from noon to 5:00 pm. May your day feel as tranquil as “Walking Out” by William Sidney Mount from our collection. - William Sidney Mount (1807–1868), “Walking Out,” 1854, oil on canvas. Long Island Museum, Bequest of Rommel Wilson. Courtesy of Mrs. Paul Forsyth Wancura (nee Helen Marie Rommel). - #LongIslandMuseum #WilliamSidneyMount

Flashback Friday to when some of our team, including Sarah Abruzzi, LIM’s Co-Executive Director, Operations, met the legendary Wolfie [@wolfieseawolf ] at Stony Brook University [@stonybrooku ]! 🐺❤️🖤 We were happy to have been part of SBU’s 2026 Employee Appreciation Day – where more than 500 employees gathered in the Charles B. Wang Center for the annual campuswide event celebrating the dedication and contributions of staff across the University. We always love partnering with SBU (and catching up with our favorite local celebrity) – and were happy to provide employees with information about all of the great things going on here at LIM that they can join us for! Looking forward to doing it again next academic year! Good luck to all students during finals! If you need a study break, stop by the museum and enjoy a student discount on admission. Learn about our exhibitions at longislandmusuem.org. - #GoSeaWolves #LongIslandMuseum #StonyBrookUniversity