Ocean Beach Historical Society

In 1980 the Ocean Beach Historical Society was founded as a non-profit institution dedicated to the collection, preservation, and exhibition of photographs, artifacts, and documents pertaining to the history of Ocean Beach. In addition, the society supports local artists whose work is in some way relevant to or evocative of life in Ocean Beach or Fire Island, by providing opportunities for them to exhibit and/or sell their work. A portion of the proceeds of these sales benefits the society. The society was founded through the efforts of Roberta Gratz, who secured the grants and charter, and then-mayor Thomas Schwarz, who granted the Society space in the Community House and helped establish the society as an important community organization. The society is now jointly supported by the Ocean Beach Community Fund and the Incorporated Village of Ocean Beach.

The historical collection contains over 1,000 photos and artifacts, including postcards, posters, concert and theater programs, oral histories, buttons, period costumes, and furniture. Each season the society acquires several new items, usually donated by homeowners.

Archives Hours: By Appointment

Address: P.O. Box 701, Ocean Beach, NY 11770

Website: https://villageofoceanbeach.org/historical-society

Contact: 631-583-8972