The Bayport Heritage Association was formed in 1983 and is dedicated to the preservation of the history of Bayport. The association has an extensive collection of archival photographs, vintage clothing, artifacts and books. Through the years, the group has been particularly active in the restoration of Meadow Croft, a John Ellis Roosevelt summer home and now a historical museum on the border of Bayport and Sayville. The association provides lectures and resources- educational, historical, environmental and social programs and services for the community and interested public. In June 2018, Blue Point joined the Association to include both communities.

Friday, October 4, 2013

Bus Tour was a Success


This year's docent bus trip was a great success! It included a tour of lower Manhattan, from 9th Ave. to the East River, and the Tenement Museum
The Park Avenue Armory was amazing with its extensive  and elaborate restoration, which included the original early works of Tiffany.
See a WNET video about the Armory here: Click Here!

This trip alone is a good reason to become a docent.  Volunteers are always needed.
It requires very little time, less than 2 hours a day two days a month, June through October. 
If you, or someone you know, is interested in history  and want to be part of the Heritage Association, please contact Harriet Milsten at 631-472-2118. 


Carole Pichney is to be congratulated for all the research and planning she did in arranging this educational event. 

Thursday, October 3, 2013

October's Meeting, 2013


Steven Jones of the L.I. Maritime Museum will present an overview of the museum’s buildings, exhibits and events.  

Please note: this meeting will be held Saturday evening October 19, at 7:00 PM in the Bayport-Blue Point Library Community Room.


Read about the career of Steven Jones here: Click Here!

Monday, September 23, 2013

upcoming events......


September 24th, Tuesday
Manhattan Bus Trip, Roosevelt family heritage
Tenement Museum Tour and Park Ave. Armory
Limited space & for members only 
SOLD OUT!

October 1st, Tuesday
House Tour tickets go on sale today!
Tickets, $25 each, can be bought at three locations:
COUNTRY JUNQUE (closed Tuesdays)
BAYPORT FLOWER HOUSE
BAYPORT-BLUE POINT LIBRARY

House tour is October 20th

Saturday, September 14, 2013

Meeting: September 15, 2013

General Membership Meeting, 
Sunday, September 15, at 3:30 PM 
 Community Room of the Bayport-Blue Point Library.
Guest speaker: Kathy Curran


Kathy Curran, Executive Director of the Suffolk County Historical Society
will give an overview of the museum, its exhibits and the future planning for this dynamic organization.

Don't miss this!



Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Autumn House Tour, October 20, 2013


The Bayport Heritage Association
27th Autumn House Tour
Sunday, October 20th 2013, 1pm-5pm.
Tickets are $25 per person and all proceeds go to the Bayport Heritage Association.
Tickets go on sale, Tuesday, October 1stat the following locations:
              Country Junque on Middle Road
              Bayport Flower House
              Bayport-Blue Point Library
Homes, in Bayport and Blue Point, are featured which are historical, unique, and/or architecturally interesting.
Antique cars will be on display at all locations.

Refreshments will be served at the Meadow Croft estate, on Middle Road.


Limited Tickets are available!

For information, contact:
Jaci Montgomery
631-419-6044

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Volunteers are needed

We are looking for volunteers to help maintain the 
Meadow Croft Garden.
All interested people with "green thumbs" please give 
Diana Walch a call, 631-472-1898.

We also need docents (tour guides) for Meadow Croft.
It required very little time, less than 2 hours a day, just two days a month, June through October.
You will also learn all about Meadow Croft and the John E. Roosevelt family and be able to share your knowledge with the community.
If you are interested in history and would like to participate, 
please call: Harriet Milsten, 631-472-2118.

Get involved! Be a part of your community!

Bayport Heritage Association Scholarship

This year's winner of the 
Bayport Heritage Association Scholarship is
Shannon Hurley of Bayport.
Congratulations Shannon!!

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Summer Concert


Bayport Heritage Association is again sponsoring 
a community concert:

August 13th, 2013 
at the Bayport Memorial Park Gazebo 
at 6:30pm.


Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and bug repellant, to enjoy a fun evening of music. 
In case of rain, the concert will be held at the Bayport Methodist Church on Middle Road in Bayport.

Hope to see you there! 

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This year the "Banjo Rascals" will perform.
See their website HERE

'About Us' information, from their website:

   "Since 1968, the Banjo Rascals have been delighting audiences of all ages with a variety of distinctive toe-tapping music. Our music ranges from 1890s Ragtime to 1950s, 60's and 70s rock- n- roll. ... 
We encourage sing-a-longs ... 
The Banjo Rascals then heat things up with Hot Dixieland standards ...

   The diversity of the musicians in the Banjo Rascals does not stop with songs of the Roaring 20s! Arrangements of 20’s - 30’s swing songs and Big Band Era hits ... are all within the repertoire of the Banjo Rascals.

    Add a hot lead guitar and songs of Hank Williams Sr., Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and June Carter, Emmy Lou Harris and many others will make you feel like you’re in the heart of Nashville. The Banjo Rascals transform into the Country Rascals before your eyes playing mandolin, guitar, banjo, and string bass and of course wearing 10-gallon hats......"

Saturday, June 29, 2013

Summer Events


July 23rd, Tuesday-
Boat Cruise: Fire Island and the Great South Bay
Information will follow.
 Reduced price for BHA members, so join now!
Follow the links HERE for membership information. 

There are still a limited number of Tickets Available!

Please give Diana a call at 472-1898 to reserve your seat. She will give you information for mailing your check.
Members: $60 per person
Non-members: $80 per person

This year's cruise will follow a new route as it sails along the bay side of Fire Island. 
We will then sail to Watch Hill for a full buffet dinner at 'The Pier' restaurant. 
Dinner and gratuity are included in the price.
There will be a fun raffle on board the ferry.
Free parking will be available at the Sayville Ferry Terminal, but it is limited so car pooling is highly recommended.

Hope to see you there!
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August 13th, Tuesday, 6:30pm
Free Concert in Memorial Park
Dedication of new benches

'The Banjo Rascals'

BHA is again sponsoring a community concert 
at the Bayport Memorial Park Gazebo at 6:30pm. 

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a fun evening of music!

Monday, May 27, 2013

Thank you



Thank you to all who participated today in the parade and Memorial Day gathering to honor our servicemen and women.