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THE GREATER WESTHAMPTON HISTORICAL MUSEUM
WESTHAMPTON BEACH, NY · EIN 113040820 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE A80 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · whbhistorical.org
revenue
$167K
expenses
$152K
net assets
$224K
employees
1
volunteers
50
program ratio
60%
mission · from form 990

COLLECT, CURATE, PRESERVE, AND OWN ARTIFCATS, SPECIMENS, AND/OR ARCHIVAL MATERIALS PERTAINING TO THE HISTORY OF EASTERN LONG ISLAND, PARTICULARLY THE GREATER WESTHAMPTON AREA INCLUDING BUT NOT LMITED TO, NON-TANGIBLE ELECTRONIC, VIDEO, AND DIGITAL ITEMS (HEREINAFTER "COLLECTION"); OPERATE AND MAINTAIN ONE OR MORE MUSEUMS IN WHICH THE COLLECTION CAN BE HOUSED AND EXHIBITED TO INDIVIDUALS, STUDENTS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON AN AD HOC AND REGULAR SCHEDULE; RESEARCH AND INTERPRET THE HISTORY OF EASTERN LONG ISLAND THROUGH EXHIBITIONS, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, EVENTS, AND PUBLICATIONS; AND TO ADVOCATE FOR THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC STRUCTURES AND SITES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Greater Westhampton Historical Museum collects, preserves, and interprets historical artifacts and archival materials related to Eastern Long Island, particularly the Greater Westhampton area. It operates and maintains museums and historic structures, including the Foster-Meeker House and the Howell Homestead, and offers educational programs, exhibitions, and publications. The organization also advocates for the preservation of historic sites and promotes local history through tours and community outreach.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $6K
    OPERATION & MAINTENANCE OF MUSEUM(S) HOUSING THE COLLECTION
  2. #2 $3K
    RESEARCH AND INTERPRETATION OF THE HISTORY OF EASTERN LONG ISLAND THROUGH EXHIBITIONS, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, EVENTS, AND PUBLICATIONS
named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Foster-Meeker Heritage Center
A restored 18th-century colonial home used as a living example of early construction techniques and daily life, serving as a venue for educational programs and public events.
Historic House Tour
Annual tour featuring historically significant homes such as the Howell Homestead, Griffing House & Tavern, Wilcox Homestead, and the “Kemah” Estate.
Potunk Life Saving Station History Program
Educational initiative preserving the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service station in Westhampton, including shipwrecks, rescue operations, and local surfmen.
Preservation Advocacy
Efforts to preserve and restore historic structures and sites, including those listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
    • Advocate for historic preservation in Eastern Long Island
      Engages in the preservation of historic structures and districts through advocacy, including securing listings on the National and New York State Registers of Historic Places, awarding preservation honors (e.g., the 2018 Historic Preservation Award), and developing restoration plans for educational use.
  • Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
    • Conduct historical research and interpretation through exhibitions and programs
      Engages in research and interpretation of Eastern Long Island history, disseminated through exhibitions, educational programs, events, and publications. Includes curation of historical records such as shipwreck rescue journals and community heritage documentation.
  • Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
    • Host public events and community programs
      Organizes and hosts community events such as the Remsenburg Academy Annual Art Show & Sale, historic house tours, and anniversary celebrations (e.g., the 50th anniversary of the Westhampton Beach Post Office in 1991) to promote public engagement with local history.
  • Local History Museum Operations 1 activity
    • Operate and maintain a historical museum campus with exhibits and archives
      Manages a museum campus at 101 Mill Road in Westhampton Beach that includes historic buildings, preserved artifacts, and an archival repository for public and research use. The campus serves as a community resource for local history and includes ongoing maintenance of grounds and facilities for public engagement.
  • Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
    • Restore and preserve historic structures on museum grounds
      Undertakes restoration and reconstruction of historic buildings, including the Foster-Meeker House, Tuthill House, Thurston Raynor Milk House, Meeker Carriage House, and Westhampton Beach’s oldest home (circa 1735), using original materials and period-appropriate techniques. Projects include structural relocation, timber frame restoration, and ADA-compliant accessibility upgrades.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$167K
Contributions & grants$142K85%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$100%
Other revenue$26K
expenses
Total expenses$152K
Program expenses60%
Admin / overhead40%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$26K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$224K
Cash$224K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$224K
Liquid reserves17.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +202.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 21
  • ALICIA WHITAKER — TRUSTEE
  • BO BISHOP — PRESIDENT
  • BOB MURRAY — TRUSTEE
  • DAWN LADU — TRUSTEE
  • DONN LARSON — TRUSTEE
  • DOREEN CROSER — TRUSTEE
  • DOT BERDINKA — TRUSTEE
  • ELEANOR KOBEL — TRUSTEE
  • ELIZABETH MAX — CORRESPONDIN
  • GREGORY BERNHART — TRUSTEE
  • JOHN PHILLIPS — TRUSTEE
  • JON STANAT — TRUSTEE
  • KYLE COLLINS — TRUSTEE
  • LARRY JONES — TRUSTEE
  • LAUREN BARLOW — RECORDING SE
  • NANCY WINTERS — TRUSTEE
  • STEPHANIE DAVIS — TREASURER
  • STEVE WISNOSKI — TRUSTEE
  • TODD SCATES — TRUSTEE
  • TOM HADLOCK — TRUSTEE
  • WES WINTERS — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 18

Who they work with

  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for public engagement and outreach.
  • Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram as a platform for public engagement and outreach.
  • John and Elaine Kanas Family Foundation Partner — Partnered to restore and repurpose the Tuttle-Fordham Mill, a Town of Southampton historic landmark.
  • Ken and Vicki Rosenberg Partner — Donated a historic 1840s farmhouse that became the Tuthill House Museum.
  • Moriches Life Saving Station Partner — Recognized for its role in rescuing the crew of the William C. Carnegie, whose anchor is now preserved by the historical society.
  • Quantuck Water Company Partner — Provided the public water system with hydrants that enabled the formation of an efficient fire department in Westhampton Beach.
  • Remsenburg Academy Partner — Co-hosts the annual art show with the Greater Westhampton Historical Museum.
  • Robert D. L. Gardiner Foundation Funder — Provided grants to fund the addition of an ADA-compliant ramp in 2015 and to support interior restoration work beginning in 2016.
  • Southampton Town Partner — Collaborates with Southampton Town by referencing and linking to its historical documents and profiles on local hamlets.
  • The Southampton Press Partner — Supported the museum's early outreach by publicizing its mission and debut exhibit.
  • Tim Dring Partner — Contributor of location map for the Potunk Life Saving Station through the US Life Saving Service Heritage Foundation.
  • Town of Southampton Community Preservation Department Partner — Partnered to acquire and preserve the Raynor Fish House and property.
  • US Life Saving Service Heritage Association Partner — Partner organization providing additional historical information on the U.S. Life Saving Service.
  • Village of Westhampton Beach Government — Provided enthusiastic backing for the relocation of the Tuthill House to Mill Road, led by Mayor Arma E. Andon.
  • WESTHAMPTON BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETY Partner — Maintained historical exhibits at the organization's headquarters.
  • West Hampton Dunes Partner — References the West Hampton Dunes village website to direct readers to additional historical content about the area.
  • Westhampton Beach Post Office Partner — Collaborated with the Westhampton Beach Historical Society to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 1991.
  • Westhampton Beach Village Government — Includes the Village Mayor and Village Historian as ex officio members of the Executive Board.
strategies · 2

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-Driven Historical Preservation
    methodology: community-driven preservation
    By engaging the community in preservation efforts, the museum strengthens local ownership of heritage, which increases public investment and participation in sustaining historical resources. This approach leverages grassroots involvement as a mechanism to enhance educational impact and ensure long-term cultural continuity.
  • Living History and Artifact-Based Engagement
    methodology: living_history
    By using physical artifacts, restored historic structures, and living history demonstrations, the museum creates immersive educational experiences that make the past tangible, thereby increasing public understanding and emotional connection to regional history.