History of East Hampton New York in the Revolution

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History of East Hampton New York in the Revolution

When

April 24, 2026    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Where

East Hampton Library
159 Main Street, East Hampton, NY, 11937

The 2026 Tom Twomey Series continues at 6:30pm on Friday, April 24 with “History of East Hampton New York in the Revolution.” In this informative lecture, Leah K. Lebec will present her late father’s groundbreaking research, elucidating what happened in East Hampton during the revolutionary era; recounting the patriot fervor in East Hampton leading up to the Americans’ defeat at the Battle of Long Island in 1776, followed by the years of hardship during the British occupation. Her father, Lawrence Jamieson Koncelik Sr. earned a master’s in American history and a PhD in Medieval history at New York University. His scholarly work provides a unique perspective on East Hampton’s struggles during the nation’s war for independence.

Free admission. Programs are presented in the library’s Baldwin Family Lecture Room. Advanced reservations are requested but not required. For additional event information and to reserve a seat, visit: TomTwomeySeries.org

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