Preserving & Presenting Long Island History Since 1955 - Smithtown Historical Society

The Smithtown Historical Society oversees several historic buildings, including the Epenetus Smith Tavern, Judge J. Lawrence Smith Homestead, and Franklin O. Arthur Farm. The Society is committed to the preservation, restoration, and interpretation of Long Island’s heritage for the education and enjoyment of the public. The Society sits on about 22 acres of land on Main Street in Smithtown, NY and they host events, educational programs, and reenactments to bring Long Island’s past to life.

This is what caught my eye; I hope you enjoy!

Built around 1750, Judge J. Roger Smith Homestead was purchased from descendants of the Blydenburgh family in 1845. When Smith died in 1889, his son James Clinch inherited the home.

Some farm animals reside on the property’s working farm.

The Franklin O. Arthur house has been passed down through generations of the same family and relatives who married into the family since it was built in approximately 1740.

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Old Smithtown Library (circa 1890) is a one-room facility which was Smithtown’s Lending Library around 1890.

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The Frank Brush Barn was built in 1900 by the Smithtown undertaker. The barn currently exists as a community venue.

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An old red garage is now functions as restrooms.

Another large barn on the property.

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Another image of the Franklin O. Arthur house.

This was Local businessman and Patriot Epenetus Smith’s tavern built in the 1740’s. It was once a rest stop for travelers and a place of significant activity during the Revolutionary War.

This is Franklin O. Arthur’s farm barn.

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In the 1800s, if you had a toothache and lived in Smithtown, you’d have a good chance of visiting Franklin O. Arthur’s blacksmith shop.

Roseneath Cottage was built in 1918, and it originally was home to Col. Verne La Salle Rockwell and his wife Marcia Lawrence Rockwell.

What you should know:

• Tours of the property are self-guided tours with many signs explaining the buildings’ past lives.

• The buildings may only be open for special occasions / tours.

• The grounds are open most days to explore.

• On-site parking is available.

• Restrooms are available.

• There are walking trails on the property.

• Check the website for days and hours of operation.

Location: 211 & 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787

For more information: Smithtown Historical Society

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