More than a beach or a brand, Southampton has a history that stretches back thousands of years with the Native Americans in North America. The coming of English settlers in the 17th century only complicated matters. The coming of the railroad and wealthy New Yorkers in the 19th century led to a Gilded Age enclave of entrepreneurs, socialites, and celebrities. Now known world-wide as an exclusive destination, does that help or hinder preserving the village’s local history?

We explore all this and more in our talk with Tom Edmonds, director of the Southampton History Museum. 

Further Research

• Southampton History Museum
• Christie’s Auction
• Gary Lawrence Mansions of the Gilded Age on Instagram
• The History BA Since the Great Recession