*Please note that all events and programs are subject to changes and cancellation at any time. Additionally, some events, particularly 3rd party vendor events, do incur an additional fee.*

Holiday Tree Contest
November 19, 2024 - December 18, 2024
$50Holiday Tree Contest:
Trees on display during our Holiday Trail of Lights (Dec. 20-22)
The Smithtown Historical Society (SHS) is hosting a Holiday Trail of Lights event (on Dec. 20-22 from 5:30-8:30 PM) in which we will be holding a Holiday Tree contest.
Benefit to Participate:
- Fun and engaging opportunity for youth (or those young-at-heart) to get involved in their local community
- Great exposure for your business, organization, or school while supporting the Smithtown Historical Society, a gem in your local community
- Entry into the list of nominees for our 2025 Heritage Ball honoree
What is provided by SHS?
The SHS will provide you with a designated spot along our trail to create a one-of-a-kind Holiday tree. Electric will be provided.
What is a participating organization responsible for?
- A participating organization must supply signage, a tree (artificial or real; max size 7 feet), and all decorations, including lights. *Please note that trees must be non-partisan/non-political/non-offensive. Religious or any secular themes are allowed.
- It is responsible for transporting and finishing the tree.
Decoration Budget: Maximum $1500
Optional Decoration Service: $1500 (if you want SHS to handle the decoration)
Contest Prizes:
- 1st Place Winner will be entered into nomination to be a SHS 2025 Heritage Ball Honoree.
- 2nd Place Winner receives $250
Participation Fee: $50
- Payment should be made via check made out to the Smithtown Historical Society.
- Checks should be mailed to 239 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.
Deadline to Submit Application: November 30th
Deadline to Decorate: December 18th
Contact officemanager@smithtownhistorical.org or 631-265-6768 for an application or for more information.




The Smithtown Historical Society invites you to join us at our 21st Annual Heritage Ball on November 6th at 6 PM at the Watermill Restaurant in Smithtown.
6 PM – Cocktails and Raffles
7 PM – Dinner followed by speeches and dancing
We will be honoring the hard work and dedication to community causes -including to the SHS- of our 2024 Honorees:
- -Gary Carpenter (Rockwell Award)
- -Nancy Garguilo (Cornelia Smith Butler Community Service Award)
- – Nancy Vallarella (Partnership in History Award)
Cost:
- $125/person
- Reserved tables of 12 – $1,375
- Reserved tables of 14 – $1,500
Family-Friendly Spooky Woods and Trick O’ Treat
Family-Friendly Spooky Woods and Trick O’ Treat
Together with Steppin’ Out Ponies and Petting Zoo, the Smithtown Historical Society brings you:
45 minutes of Yoga followed by 15 minutes of Photo-ops and a Play Session to cool down
2 sessions to choose from: 5:30-6:30 PM and 6:45-7:45 PM
Guided by Doreen & assisted by goats and alpacas!
BYO yoga mat, water, and an open mind!
Children 7 and up welcome with a parent/guardian.
For more information, call the Smithtown Historical Society at 631-265-6768 or email us at info@smithtownhistorical.org
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goat-yoga-2024-tickets-828871205087?aff=oddtdtcreator
*Only available through Eventbrite.
Location: Near the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.
REFUNDS / TRANSFERS:
*Please note that for this event, attendees can transfer their tickets to another session, i.e. date and/or time (prior to the start of the original purchased session) by going to their account, selecting tickets, and then clicking “transfer” on the right-hand side of the screen. Likewise, a refund can be requested by going to account, tickets, and then “Request a Refund”. Tickets cannot be refunded or transferred to another session after the event has already started.
Together with Steppin’ Out Ponies and Petting Zoo, the Smithtown Historical Society brings you:
45 minutes of Yoga followed by 15 minutes of Photo-ops and a Play Session to cool down
2 sessions to choose from: 5:30-6:30 PM and 6:45-7:45 PM
Guided by Doreen & assisted by goats and alpacas!
BYO yoga mat, water, and an open mind!
Children 7 and up welcome with a parent/guardian.
For more information, call the Smithtown Historical Society at 631-265-6768 or email us at info@smithtownhistorical.org
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goat-yoga-2024-tickets-828871205087?aff=oddtdtcreator
*Only available through Eventbrite.
Location: Near the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787.
REFUNDS / TRANSFERS:
*Please note that for this event, attendees can transfer their tickets to another session, i.e. date and/or time (prior to the start of the original purchased session) by going to their account, selecting tickets, and then clicking “transfer” on the right-hand side of the screen. Likewise, a refund can be requested by going to account, tickets, and then “Request a Refund”. Tickets cannot be refunded or transferred to another session after the event has already started.