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    • Big Boned
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    • Narwhal Ball
    • Beyond the Book
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COLD SPRING HARBOR, NY 

​Events & exhibits
​for all ages, all year!

The Shinnecock: People of the Stony Shore

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​The ancient Shinnecock Nation has occupied Long Island for approximately 10,000 years.
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Meaning “People of the Stony Shore,” the Shinnecock are one of eight federally recognized Indian tribes in New York.
This coastal tribe historically relied on the ocean for survival, which fundamentally shaped their value systems and culture.

The artistic legacy of the Shinnecock continues today through contemporary Shinnecock artists whose work illuminates their remarkable maritime heritage.



Whales & Subsistence Whalers

The Shinnecock & Colonial Whaling Companies 

How did the Shinnecock culturally regard whales? Why & how did the Shinnecock traditionally hunt whales?
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Subsistence Whalers
Starting from shore-based stations, the Shinnecock were key members of early whaling crews.
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Colonial Whaling

The Shinnecock & Offshore Whaling

​The Shinnecock had a long tradition of whaling, but were drawn into commercial whaling by other factors. ​
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Offshore Whaling


Spotlights
Explore snapshots and stories of the lives of Shinnecock individuals. 
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Spotlights

Culture

Shinnecock Whaling & Fishing Sites

Get a sense of the Shinnecock's ties to language, rituals, and community. 
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Culture

Contemporary Shinnecock photographer Jeremy Dennis captures culturally significant locations on Long Island. 
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Sites

Struggles

Federally recognized only in 2010, the Shinnecock experienced a history of dispossession & marginalization, and continue to battle for rights and land use.
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Struggles
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The Museum gratefully acknowledges project support from HumanitiesNY.
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Winter: Thurs-Sun, 11-4 pm
Summer: Tues-Sun,
11-4pm 
Offices: Weekdays, ​9:30-5pm​

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Gallery: 301 Main Street
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Office: 279 Main Street

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631 367 3418
info@cshwhalingmuseum.org

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  • Home
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Hours & Admission
    • Directions
    • Visit Cold Spring Harbor
  • Exhibits & Collection
    • On View
    • Special Exhibit
    • Collection
    • Research
    • Online Exhibits
    • Audio
    • Big Boned
  • Things To Do
    • All Events
    • Walking Tours
    • Narwhal Ball
    • Beyond the Book
    • Safe Boating Courses
    • Whales, Ales & Salty Tales
    • Calendar View
    • Museum From Home
    • Recorded Lectures
  • Education
    • Schools
    • Museum-To-You
    • Scouts
    • Camp
    • Summer Field Trips
    • Adult Groups
  • Join & Support
    • Donate
    • Golf Outing
    • Membership
      • Museum Passes for Libraries
    • Businesses
    • Planned Giving
    • Museum Store
    • Meet Our Supporters
  • Blog
  • About
    • Mission & History
    • Meet the Team
    • Newsletter & Links
    • Contact
  • Volunteer