Village of Babylon Historical
& Preservation Society

Babylon Village: Where History is Made

Open Wednesdays and Saturdays 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Events

Babylon Village is host to many wonderful events through the year.  Check back often to stay up to date with the latest happenings or join our mailing list to stay informed.
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Learn About the Heroes Fountain at Hawley's Pond and Order Your Tribute Brick

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The year 2026 marks the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence—a milestone that invites us to rediscover America’s origins and the stories that shaped our nation. To commemorate this historic occasion, the Suffolk County 250th Commemorative Planning Committee, commissioned by County Executive Edward P. Romaine, has created a special 250th Passport Book. This keepsake book invites residents and visitors alike to explore Long Island’s Revolutionary War sites, 18th-century landmarks, special exhibits and events in Suffolk and Nassau counties. This book is available print-on-demand and is sold at the minimal and non-profit price. An alternate version is available as a free pdf download from the www.suffolk250.org website or on the Suffolk250 App!

Travel through Long Island's historic towns, visit participating museums and heritage sites throughout 2026, and collect a unique commemorative stamp at each stop. When complete, your passport becomes both a personal souvenir and a symbol of America's 250th Anniversary.

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Come visit our new exhibit in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary featuring national and local history.

Free and open to all!
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Please stop by and check out our Cadman Frederick exhibit!
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TREE LIGHTING FOLLOWED BY OUR TRADITIONAL WASSAIL BOWL
December 6, 2026 @ 4:00 PM   
Free and open to all
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CATO IN THE REVOLUTION: SPIES, SLAVERY, CHURCH AND CHOCOLATE - CLAIRE BELLERJEAU
January 24th @ 2:00PM - 4:00 PM   
Members free; non-members $5 at door
Join historian and author Claire Bellerjeau as she shares her exciting new discoveries about Cato, an enslaved Black man who aided the Patriot spy and tailor Hercules Mulligan during the Revolutionary War. Cato’s story, once mere legend, comes to life with details of an assassination plot against Washington, enslavement in the powerful Schuyler family, Cato’s religious life at St. Paul’s Chapel, and the intersection of colonial chocolate making and slavery. Showing great bravery, agency, skill, and faith, Cato represents other unknown and often “invisible” people of color who helped shape the course of the Revolution—and the history of the United States.
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LONG VANISHED PEOPLE AND PLACES - RICHARD PANCHYK
February 28, 2027 @ 2:00 - 4:00 PM   
Members free; non-members $5 at door

    Come Visit Us

    When

    Wednesdays and Saturdays
    1:00pm - 3:00pm


    Where

    117 West Main Street
    Babylon Village, NY 11702


    Services

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    Circa Boards

    Your application will be presented to the Board of Trustees of the Historical Society for approval.
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    Historic Homes

    Download a Historical Homes Form. Thank you for caring for a part of our history.
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    Scholarships

    The BVHS scholarship, awarded to a high school senior who has shown excellence in History.
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    Youth Programs

    The Babylon Village Historical Society hosts tours for scout and other youth groups.
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