The Nautical Museum at 1857 Horton Point Lighthouse, operated by Southold Historical Museum, is open 11:30-4:00, Sat., Sun. Memorial Day weekend to mid-Sept. The Museum is filled with artifacts from the North Fork’s rich nautical past. The tower is 58 feet tall and offers sweeping views of the Long Island Sound. The lower level of the Keeper's House contains maritime exhibits including baymen’s tools, chests, harpoons, lighthouse lenses, models and information about the treacherous waters just off-shore, known as Dead Man’s Cove. A large anchor out front was salvaged from the shipwreck of the Commodore, and a whaling house on the grounds includes the full-sized skull of a fin whale. Suggested admission is $5 adult/$10 families and includes entry to the nearby Maple Lane Complex of historic buildings at 55200 Main Rd., Southold. Seasonal $5 parking available at Southold District lot. Street parking is by Southold Park District permit ONLY year-round.

Southold Bay Oysters is a locally run aquaculture farm. Our tour offers an on-farm guided demonstration with a water front Oyster & Wine tasting experience. Please contact us for availability prior to booking. Our oysters are available for purchase at Deep Roots Farm Stand in Southold at 57685 Main Street, Southold, NY 11965

Southold Historical Museum is one of the most beloved attractions on the North Fork, operating over a dozen historic buildings in Southold. The locations are: Prince Building Museum Gift Shop, 54325 Main Rd., Southold (open year-round, 10 - 2, Mon. - Fri.). Treasure Exchange, 54325 Main Rd., Southold (open year-round, Thurs. and Fri., 10am - 4pm and Sat. 11am - 3pm). Maple Lane Museum Complex of historic buildings at 55200 Main Rd., Southold (open 1 - 4pm, July - mid-Sept). Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse, 3575 Lighthouse Rd., Southold (open 11:30 - 4, Memorial Day weekend to mid-Sept.). The historic buildings range in date from 1750 to 1900 and include several houses, barns, outbuildings, and commercial structures. Family activities and events year-round.

We are a Museum specializing in Algonquian and other Native American artifacts and history. Our collection of restored Algonquian ceramic and steatite pots is one of the largest in the country. The museum offers a smart phone accessible audio tour.