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SOUTHAMPTON HISTORY MUSEUM
SOUTHAMPTON, NY · EIN 116027807 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Small ($100K-$1M) · southamptonhistory.org
revenue
$689K
expenses
$868K
net assets
$4.4M
employees
6
volunteers
110
program ratio
53%
mission · from form 990

THE SOUTHAMPTON HISTORY MUSEUM PRESERVES AND PROMOTES THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF SOUTHAMPTON BY ENGAGING DIVERSE AUDIENCES IN OUR SHARED HERITAGE.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Southampton History Museum preserves and promotes the history and culture of Southampton, New York, through educational programs, historic site stewardship, and public exhibitions. It operates multiple historic properties, including the Rogers Mansion and Conscience Point Historic Site, and serves diverse audiences with school programs, public events, and archival resources. The museum is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents and relies primarily on public funding, donations, and grants.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $38K
    EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
  2. #2 $22K
    MAINTENANCE OF HALSEY HOUSE
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Chronolog Station at Conscience Point
Environmental monitoring initiative in partnership with Peconic Baykeeper using time-lapse photography to document ecological changes.
Conscience Point Shellfish Hatchery Lease (terminated)
Rent-free lease previously granted for shellfish restoration and education; terminated due to unauthorized commercial use of museum land.
Educational Programs
Offers school programs for K-12 groups, family workshops, lectures, and outreach to libraries and community groups focused on local history and cultural heritage.
Jewelry-Making Lessons at Pelletreau Silver Shop
Hands-on workshops with artist-in-residence Alyssa Saccente, offering one-on-one instruction in sterling silver jewelry making.
Public Access at Conscience Point
Maintains rent-free agreement with Southampton Town Trustees for public boat/kayak launch access at Conscience Point Historic Site & Nature Walk.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Historic Site Public Programming 2 activities
    • Deliver educational and public programs on local history
      Hosts guided tours, lectures, family workshops, school programs, and special events to engage diverse audiences with the history and culture of Southampton. Offers outreach to schools, libraries, and community organizations and provides free admission to exhibitions and historic sites.
    • Host special exhibitions and changing displays
      Curates and hosts temporary exhibitions at historic sites, such as the Stephen Sayre exhibition at Rogers Mansion Gallery, with free public access. Exhibitions are part of ongoing efforts to interpret and share local history.
  • Local History Museum Operations 1 activity
    • Operate and maintain historic sites and buildings
      Operates and maintains four heritage sites comprising 14 historic structures, including the Rogers Mansion, Halsey House & Garden, Conscience Point Historic Site & Nature Walk, and the Pelletreau Silver Shop. Ensures year-round public access to grounds and gardens and conducts preservation and maintenance activities at these sites.
  • Museum and Historical Gift Shops 1 activity
    • Operate retail and artisan programs to support museum operations
      Runs a gift shop at Rogers Mansion offering history-themed merchandise, a seasonal thrift shop in the Nugent Carriage House, and the Pelletreau Silver Shop featuring hand-made jewelry by an artist-in-residence. Also offers jewelry-making lessons. Proceeds support museum programs and garden maintenance.
  • Local History Archival Access 1 activity
    • Preserve and provide access to local history collections and archives
      Manages an archive and research center with over 2,000 library volumes, 3,000 objects, and 560 cubic feet of archival material related to the history of greater Southampton, NY. Activities include preserving, cataloging, digitizing, and making these materials accessible for research and public education.
  • Real-Time Environmental Monitoring and Community Engagement 1 activity
    • Support environmental monitoring through research partnerships
      Installed a Chronolog time-lapse photography station at Conscience Point in partnership with Peconic Baykeeper to monitor environmental changes over time, contributing to local ecological research and public awareness.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$689K
Contributions & grants$449K65%
Program service revenue$26K4%
Investment income$92K13%
Other revenue$123K
expenses
Total expenses$868K
Program expenses53%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising19%
Salaries & benefits$441K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.51M
Cash$285K
Investments$2.86M
Liabilities$65K
Net assets$4.45M
Liquid reserves43.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -11.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SARAH KAUTZ EXECUTIVE DI 40 $122K
board members · 4
  • AVERITT BUTTRY — PRESIDENT
  • EDWARD MONEYPENNY — VICE PRESIDE
  • GERALD ADAMS — TREASURER
  • SILAS MARDER — SECRETARY
relationships · 26

Who they work with

  • Bartlett Tree Experts Partner — Provided in-kind donations valued at $1,000–$2,500 in 2023.
  • Conscience Point Partner — Collaborates on programming and public education initiatives, as highlighted in the 'For Conscience Sake!' exhibit and related content.
  • Corcoran Partner — Provided both financial donations ($5,000–$9,999) and in-kind donations ($1,000–$2,500) in 2025.
  • Druckenmiller Foundation Funder — Awarded a $10,000 grant to support museum operations or programs.
  • Gatta Zaffira Fine Jewelry Partner — Collaborates with the museum through artist-in-residence Alyssa Saccente to create and sell hand-made jewelry at the Pelletreau Silver Shop.
  • HC&G Magazine Partner — Provided in-kind donations valued at $20,000 in 2023.
  • Marders Partner — Provided in-kind donations valued at $100–$999 in 2023.
  • Mary Cummings Partner — Archives & Research Center Manager who coordinates research appointments and manages collections.
  • New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Provides funding that supports the museum's programs
  • Nugent Carriage House Partner — Hosts the Carriage House Thrift Shop within its restored historic structure as part of the Rogers Mansion Museum Complex.
  • Peconic Baykeeper Partner — Collaborated to install a Chronolog station at Conscience Point to monitor environmental changes via time-lapse photography.
  • Richard (Dick) Nilsson Partner — Donor who provided the museum with two coaching scrapbooks for its collection.
  • Rogers Mansion Gallery Partner — Hosts the museum's special exhibition on Stephen Sayre at its location in Southampton, NY.
  • Sant Ambroeus Special Events & Catering Partner — Donated $50,000 in financial support.
  • Southampton Town Trustees Partner — Maintains a rent-free lease agreement allowing public access to the boat/kayak launch at Conscience Point Historic Site & Nature Walk.
  • Southampton Union Free School District Government — Funds free admission through resident-supported funding.
  • Southampton Union Free School District Government — Public funding source for museum programs
  • Suffolk County Funder — Provides funding support for museum programs
  • Suffolk County Government — Provides funding through an Omnibus Grant that supports free admission.
  • businesses Partner — Local businesses with shared interests in preserving history and culture
  • community groups Partner — Engages with community groups through outreach programs and educational presentations.
  • cultural institutions Partner — Local cultural institutions with shared interests in preserving history and culture
  • libraries Partner — Local libraries with shared interests in preserving history and culture
  • libraries Partner — Partners with libraries to deliver outreach programs and educational presentations.
  • local schools Partner — Collaborates with local schools through outreach programs and educational presentations.
  • museums Partner — Local museums with shared interests in preserving history and culture
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community Engagement Through Experiential and Inclusive Programming
    methodology: community-engaged heritage preservation
    By offering year-round events, hands-on learning experiences, and inclusive volunteer opportunities, the museum deepens public connection to local history because participatory engagement fosters ownership, accessibility, and sustained interest across diverse age groups and backgrounds.
  • Cultural Preservation and Community Education
    methodology: cultural_preservation_and_community_education
    By preserving local history and culture through primary sources, historic sites, and public programs, the museum strengthens community identity and historical awareness, because shared heritage fosters collective belonging and intergenerational understanding.
  • Integrated Stewardship of Historic and Environmental Resources
    methodology: integrated_historic_and_environmental_stewardship
    By connecting the preservation of historic sites with environmental stewardship, the museum advances both cultural and ecological awareness because local history and ecosystem health are interdependent and mutually reinforcing.
  • Land Acknowledgment and Inclusive Historical Narrative
    methodology: land_acknowledgment
    By recognizing the Shinnecock Nation as original stewards of the land, the museum works to correct historical omissions and build equitable community relationships because inclusive narratives promote reconciliation and broaden the scope of whose history is preserved.