named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Craft Workshops
Hands-on classes in traditional crafts such as weaving, basket making, rug hooking, embroidery, and felting.
Family Pop-Inns
Hands-on monthly events for families featuring historic cooking, blacksmithing, and artifact demonstrations suitable for all ages.
Fellowship Program
Supports scholars, artists, and artisans to teach their crafts to the community while working on personal projects.
Guided Historic Tours
Docent-led tours of the Ketcham Inn, Havens Homestead, and Mary E. Bell House, available by appointment.
Holiday Trains
Annual December event featuring a miniature village and model trains, with visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Stirring Up History
Monthly hearth-cooking demonstrations by historic cook Diane Schwindt at the c. 1693 Summer Kitchen, featuring colonial-era recipes and cooking techniques.
Story Time with a Dog
Children’s literacy program featuring storytelling in the “Teepee Reading Room” with a certified therapy dog and teacher.
Tavern Night Dinners
Immersive historical dining experiences with hearth-cooked meals, colonial drinks, and candlelit ambiance, offered as fundraisers.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Artist Support Grants 1 activity
- Award fellowships to scholars and artisans for craft educationFunds fellowships for scholars, artists, and artisans to teach their crafts to local school children and adults at historic sites while also working on personal projects.
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Community Makerspace Access and Training 1 activity
- Deliver educational programs in historical crafts and domestic skillsOffers hands-on programs in traditional crafts such as weaving, basket making, rug hooking, broom making, leather work, wood carving, and embroidery. Also provides blacksmithing and portable forge demonstrations showcasing the creation of historical tools and utensils.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host performing arts and cultural eventsHosts re-enactment troupes, dance and musical ensembles, vocalists, and public lectures as part of its cultural programming. Events include themed gatherings such as St. Patrick’s Day “Pop-Inn,” Halloween traditions, and storytelling nights with guest speakers.
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Local History Museum Operations 1 activity
- Operate a living history museum and cultural centerRestores and maintains the Terry-Ketcham Inn, Havens Homestead, and associated historic structures as a living history museum focused on 17th–19th century life on Long Island's South Shore. Offers guided tours, public access to historic buildings, and preservation of colonial-era artifacts and architecture.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Preserve and provide access to historical artifacts and documentsCollects, restores, and preserves artifacts, furniture, equipment, and documents related to Moriches Bay farm life and regional history, including letters and diaries, for public and scholarly use.
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History Education Curriculum Development 1 activity
- Produce educational materials and digital resourcesDevelops educational content such as a coloring book depicting colonial life, transcriptions of historical diaries, and the Digital Tapestry project, supported by grants from county and private foundations.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Provide exhibition and event space for community useOperates as a center for the exhibition of crafts, fine arts, and artifacts of community interest. Makes historic buildings available for private events such as weddings, family celebrations, photo shoots, and fundraising dinners including Tavern Night and Valentine’s Day events.
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Museum Volunteer Engagement & Operations Support 1 activity
- Support volunteer engagement in museum operationsUses volunteers to staff docent services, demonstrate artisan crafts, perform music, and assist in operations at the Book Barn, Gift Shop, and gardens.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct historical hearth cooking programs and demonstrationsHosts regular and seasonal hearth cooking events that recreate 17th–19th century meals using open-fire techniques and authentic equipment, including Dutch ovens, standing crusts, breads, soups, and boiled puddings. Programs are led by cook Diane Schwindt and include public tastings and take-home recipes.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$182K
Contributions & grants$110K60%
Program service revenue$50K27%
Investment income$22K12%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$106K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$19K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$949K
Cash$91K
Investments$104K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$949K
Liquid reserves22.2 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +163.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 8
- ALLISON MCGOVERN — BOARD MEMBER
- BERTRAM SEIDES — PRESIDENT
- CAROL VALONE — TREASURER
- LINDA BURNS — BOARD MEMBER
- MARY ROOD HENDLER — BOARD MEMBER
- SARAH INZERILLO — BOARD MEMBER
- SARAH KAUTZ — BOARD MEMBER
- THOMAS CARDOZA — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society Partner — Awarded the Robert H. Pelletreau Distinguished Service Award to Bertram E. Seides for historic preservation efforts.
- Center Moriches Library Partner — Co-hosts Storytime events with the Ketcham Inn Foundation.
- Dahlquist Foundation, Inc. Funder — Funded restoration work on the c. 1693 structure.
- Diane Schwindt Partner — Cook who prepares 18th-century meals for special dining events at Ketcham Inn
- Diane Schwindt Partner — Historic cook who leads monthly demonstrations and educational activities at the Ketcham Inn.
- Diane Schwindt Partner — Tavern Cook and contact for the "Stirring up History" program.
- Gerry Charitable Trust Fund Funder — Provided grants for completion of required building fabric improvements.
- Joe Giaquinto Partner — Author and speaker who presented on ghost stories and oral histories at Ketcham Inn
- John Scudder & Mary Pelletreau Havens Homestead Partner — Collaborates on site availability for tours and photo opportunities.
- Kerriann Flanagan Brosky Partner — Author and speaker who presented on ghost stories and oral histories at Ketcham Inn
- Mount Pleasant Cemetery Partner — Provides lawn care services for heritage sites.
- National Park Service Government — Listed Terry-Ketcham Inn and Mary E. Bell House in the National Register of Historic Places; John Scudder & Mary Pelletreau Havens Homestead pending.
- New York Community Trust, Long Island Community Foundation Funder — Provided discretionary funds for general support.
- New York State Office of Parks and Recreation and Historic Preservation Government — Partnered on acquisition and restoration of historic sites through EQBA and EPF grants.
- Preservation Long Island Partner — Awarded the Howard C. Sherwood Award to Bertram E. Seides for saving the Ketcham Inn and advocating for preservation on the South Shore.
- Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation, Inc. Funder — Provided multiple grants for interior completion, historic programming, artifact acquisition, roof repair, and digital projects.
- Suffolk County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation Government — Provided grants for educational materials, transcription of historical diaries, and building supplies.
- William G. Pomeroy Foundation Funder — Supported through the Historical Marker Grant Program.
- civic organizations Partner — Collaborates on the preservation and restoration of the Moriches Bay Area landscape and greenway corridors
- historical societies Partner — Collaborates on the preservation and restoration of the Moriches Bay Area landscape and greenway corridors
- land trusts Partner — Collaborates on the preservation and restoration of the Moriches Bay Area landscape and greenway corridors
- local nature conservancies Partner — Collaborates on the preservation and restoration of the Moriches Bay Area landscape and greenway corridors
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-Based Preservation Partnershipsmethodology: community_partnership_for_conservationBy collaborating with conservancies, land trusts, historical societies, and civic organizations, the organization advances landscape and heritage preservation because shared stewardship strengthens local ownership and resource capacity.
- Immersive Historical Educationmethodology: immersive_historical_educationBy recreating historical practices such as hearth cooking, domestic routines, and craftwork using authentic tools and period-accurate methods, the organization fosters deeper public engagement with history because experiential learning makes the past tangible and memorable.
- Therapy Animal-Assisted Literacy Engagementmethodology: therapy-animal-assisted-readingBy incorporating therapy dogs into reading programs, the organization supports children's literacy development because emotional comfort and non-judgmental interaction increase confidence and participation in reading activities.
- Volunteer-Sustained Cultural Stewardshipmethodology: volunteer-driven_operationsBy relying on volunteer labor to operate the Ketcham Inn as a museum and cultural center, the organization ensures ongoing preservation and programming because community involvement fosters long-term commitment and reduces operational barriers.