Our annual meeting is on May 3, 2026. 1:00 – 3:00 PM meeting & refreshments.

Hear about our past year & upcoming events.
Welcome new board members Carol Burger and Joanie Monaghan.
Recognition for Trustee of the year- Dan Moran
Volunteer of the year – Lynda D’Alessio
Member of the year – Mark Montalbano
Special recognition – Jim Kirklin & Ann Kayman

Come travel back in time and explore the historic homes of Long Beach!
The Long Beach Historical Society’s Annual House Tour will take place on Sunday, April 26th, 12:00 to 4:30 PM. The tour will take place rain or shine. Tours end by 4:30 PM.

Tours leave every 20 minutes. To sign up, click here.

Enjoy this rare opportunity to explore private historic properties
that are generally not open to the public. All have beautifully preserved
craftsmanship, intricate architecture and unique decor.

This self guided 1 mile tour can be done by walking or driving.  There will be no transportation provided by the Historical Society. Homeowners and knowledgeable docents will be at each location.  

The tour will begin at our museum, at 226 West Penn Street, at your assigned time, where you will receive a brochure. The brochure includes information about the properties, ticket and a map. 

Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Tour tickets are available for $40 for members and $45 for non-members.  Membership is available on the museum’s website. No children under sixteen are permitted and no strollers, food, drink or pets. 

Join us for a fun event for all ages! Magician Gene Silvers will amaze you with his skills.

Sunday, December 14th
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Where: The Long Beach Historical Society Museum
226 W. Penn Street, Long Beach, NY 11561

Tickets: Adults $35, Children (up to age 12) $25
Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite.

This event is sponsored by New York Life

In collaboration with our next-door neighbor, St. James Church, we will host our annual Holiday Boutique, just in time for your gift-giving.

Dates: Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7, 2025

November 13 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Join us on Thursday, November 13th at 7:00 PM at the Museum for a presentation by Eileen Pollis, librarian and lifelong resident of Long Beach.

The Idle Hour Mansion: A prominent part of Long Beach History

This program will take us on a journey of its many lives and mysteries.  It was documented on the Original Estates of Long Beach Map 1914 owned by Emma Condit Smith, but also widely remembered as the Pride of Judea Orphanage. The Idle Hour was located at 265 Washington Boulevard, a home with an illustrious history, which is no longer stands.

The event is free, donations are always welcome.
Light refreshments will be served.

Murder Mystery Play

November 2 @ 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

The event is sold out!

You don’t want to miss our annual Murder Mystery Play — “The Ace of Heart Murders”

The killer leaves a calling card!

Performances will be on Friday, October 24 at 8 PM,
Saturday, October 25 at 8 PM, Sunday, October 26 at 2 PM,
Saturday, November 1 at 8 PM, Sunday, November 2 at 2 PM

Pay by check, cash, or money order. We can accept credit cards in the Museum on Sundays between 1 and 4 pm.  No online payments.

Beverages, special treats, a 50/50, a raffle, and a prize for the best detective who solves the crime. Participants are encouraged to dress up! Seating is limited, so don’t delay!

Tickets: $40 members, $45 non-members

For more information call (516) 432-1192.