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03.03.2018 Columns

Column: Remembering the whalers of a bygone era

For Sandi Brewster-Walker, connecting names and histories to the men who worked on whale boats in the 19th century is a passion.

01.09.2016 Community

Whaling exhibit on view at Southold Historical Society

An exhibition featuring whaling artifacts associated with an iconic Greenport mansion will go on display starting today, Saturday, Jan. 9, at Southold Historical Society.

10.21.2015 Community

Peconic Landing to unveil never-before-seen whaling artifacts

Starting with the Manhasset Native Americans in the 1700s, Greenport earned its reputation as a whaling port. For decades, it was a hub of activity for sailors fresh from their latest expedition. Now,...

08.11.2012 News

Photos: Whaling exhibit displays artifacts from historic industry

Southold’s Sam Gardiner once wrote: “Death unto the living Success unto the Killer And here’s to the health of the sailor’s wives And greasy luck to the whalers.” That...

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Column: Remembering the whalers of a bygone era

Whaling exhibit on view at Southold Historical Society

Peconic Landing to unveil never-before-seen whaling artifacts

Photos: Whaling exhibit displays artifacts from historic industry