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A view of Main Street, East Hampton. No date. Copy by C. Frank Dayton, The East Hampton Library, Long Island Collection.
The East Hampton Library’s Long Island Collection has opened a new exhibit titled “Taking Care of Business” in the library’s front lobby display cases.
Originally presented as a limited pop-up in July, the exhibit received strong interest from the community. “The exhibit was so popular over the summer, and we received many requests to see it again, so we’ve moved it to a space where the public can continue to enjoy it,” said Andrea Meyer, head of the Long Island Collection.
“Taking Care of Business” highlights the history of East Hampton’s business district, focusing on Main Street and Newtown Lane. It features historic images, maps, documents and postcards, along with a “then and now” list and maps showing past property ownership.
The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours, which are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. It will remain on view through the end of the year. East Hampton Library is at 159 Main Street, East Hampton. For more information, visit easthamptonlibrary.org.
Staff Writer on Sep 23, 2025