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Opening: Pop Up Exhibit: The Revolution in the Hamptons

Opening: Pop Up Exhibit: The Revolution in the Hamptons

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East Hampton Library, 159 Main St, East Hampton, NY, 11937

This exhibit will focus on the events that happened in the Hamptons during the American Revolution and British occupation, along with the experiences of local residents during the war, including those who fled to Connecticut. The exhibit will feature letters and muster rolls, which provide names of those who served in the war, along with information about Meigs' Raid on Sag Harbor. The wreck of the HMS Culloden, and information about the British Naval presence in local waters will also be included.  Visitors can expect to see original documents and letters from the Long Island Collection's holdings.

This exhibit will be held in the Long Island Collection and will run through July 11th.

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