Education
To book a program please contact us at 631-751-3730 or lindsey@tvhs.org
Through interactive demonstrations and historic walking tours, Three Village Historical Society + Museum Education Department makes the exciting, vibrant history of Long Island, including General Washington's Culper Spy Ring (1778-1783), come alive for students.
The Three Village Historical Society + Museum offers an interactive and immersive school aged program, specifically designed for elementary and middle school students. This program can be tailored on an individual basis, to accommodate children with special needs or different age groups.
BOCES:
The Three Village Historical Society + Museum's School Programs are listed with Western Suffolk and Eastern Suffolk BOCES. Please let us know if you are planning to bill your program through BOCES.
Long Island Spies of the
American Revolution
GRADES 2 AND UP
The Spies Tour is a program that highlights the contributions of 5 people who were part of the efforts of the Culper Spy Ring during the American Revolution. Each of these people grew up in Setauket, NY and they formed a life-long bond that enabled them to trust one another with their lives.
STUDENTS WILL:
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Interpret life on Long Island under British occupation.
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Decode spy letters.
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Write with invisible ink.
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Study maps to trace spy routes.
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The Three Village Historical Society provides all materials related to this program.
Walking OR On Site
$10 student
$ 5 chaperone
Walking AND On Site
$15 student
$10 chaperone
In School
$200 per class
Hands On History:
2026 / 2027 after school programs
Spark Curiosity with Our Hands-On STEAM Afterschool Program! Ages 7-10
Looking for a unique, non-competitive, and highly interactive afterschool experience for your child?
Give your students a non-competitive, highly interactive STEAM experience where they can explore history hands-on!
During the two four-week sessions, children ages 7–10 will:
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Dress up in historical costumes
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Play original historical games
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Tour engaging exhibits
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Handle rare historical artifacts usually behind glass displays
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Participate in hands-on historical activities like:
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Learning how to play with Early American-era toys and games
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Dyeing fabrics with natural materials
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And more!
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PROGRAM DETAILS:
When: Select Tuesdays | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Three Village Historical Society
Cost: Four Dates: $140 for TVHS Members | $175 for Non Members
Eight Dates: $200 for TVHS Members |$250 for Non Members
Give your child the opportunity to explore history in a fun, creative, and interactive way!
Dates:
Fall 2026:
September 15th: Mock Archaeological Dig
September 22nd and 29th: What to Wear: Naturally Dyeing Fabrics and Dry Them on the Clothesline
October 6th: The History of Play
Spring 2027:
March 16th: Science in History: Create Invisible Ink for the Culper Spy Ring.
March 23rd & 30th: Inspired by Long Island Artist, Patricia Windrow: Young Artist Exhibition
April 6th: Brewing Local History
Click here or on the "After School Program" banner above for program descriptions and application.
Space is limited—secure your spot today!
We can't wait to welcome your young historian!
All sessions take place at The Bayles-Swezey House at The Three Village Historical Society located at 93 N. Country Road, East Setauket, NY 11755
Questions? Email Lindsey Steward-Goldberg, Education Coordinator at lindsey@tvhs.org
