Things to do in Riverhead
East End Arts Council
The East End Arts & Humanities Council, Inc., was founded in 1972 to serve artists and promote the arts on the East End of Long Island. Located in the historic Davis-Corwin (circa 1840) and Benjamin homes (circa 1850) on East Main Street in Riverhead, the Arts Council operates an art gallery and gift shop, as well as the region's only Community School of the Arts. There is a new exhibit every four to six weeks, featuring both well-known and yet-to-be-discovered artists. In the gift shop you can purchase the original work of local craftspeople, as well as hand-pulled prints, original etchings, fine art posters and novelty items. The Arts Council also presents music, dance and theatre at various locations all over the East End. Call 631-727-0900 for more information.
133 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY
Fresh Pond School House
A one-room schoolhouse from the early 19th Century furnished with period furniture. In Riverhead is a one-room schoolhouse fitted with desks carved with initials by students of long ago. Quill pens rest beside inkwells. McGuffey readers line the bookshelves. A pail of water and a dipper once served all thirsty students. Several hickory sticks, and in a corner, a dunce cap and stool once warned the inattentive. The schoolhouse was built in Baiting Hollow in 1822. In 1918, having been replaced by a more modern school building, the then 97 year old structure was moved to the Sabat farm across the street, where it served as housing for migrant workers, and later as storage for fertilizer. In 1977 the family of the late George Sabat gave the building to the Riverhead Preservation and Landmarks Society, who moved it to its present location and restored it to its 1822 condition. Open by appointment only. Call 631-727-0407 for more information.
133 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY
Hallockville Museum Farm
A complex of 18th & 19th Century farm buildings on one of the oldest intact farms on Long Island. Atlantis Marine World -Welcome to Atlantis Marine World, Long Island's number one year round Aquarium, located on Main Street in Riverhead, Long Island. Atlantis Marine World, situated along the Peconic River, boasts many fascinating Marine Life Exhibits, Sea Lion Shows, Educational Programs and even a Submarine Simulator Ride. Visitors to Atlantis Marine World will be greeted by frolicking seals and can explore the mystical Lost City of Atlantis while discovering the many underwater wonders of King Poseidon's Ancient Ruins. During your visit, don't miss the opportunity to jump aboard the Atlantis Explorer for an environmental tour boat adventure, offering you an exciting and educational experience you will never forget. Open Wednesday - Sunday 10am – 4pm. Call 631-298-5292 for more information.
163 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, NY
Riverhead Raceway
you can see NASCAR Modifieds, the world famous Figure 8's, Late Models, Chargers and Blunderbusts on a weekly basis. We also feature Super Pro Trucks, Demolition Derbies, Enduros, Train Races, Car Roll-Over Contests and Spectator Drag Racing. At Riverhead Raceway there is racing action for everyone. We hope to see you soon. Call 631-842-RACE for more information.
Route 58, Riverhead, NY
Southampton College
At Southampton College we are committed to helping you achieve your dreams. Excellent faculty and programs are geared to individual attention and accomplishment. Our emphasis on real-world experience through internships, travel courses, and cooperative education gives you a head start on clarifying career interests. Our seaside location on Long Island's East End is both breathtakingly beautiful and intellectually stimulating. Founded in 1963, Southampton College is located in the heart of the world-famous Hamptons and offers over 42 academic programs. Its marine and environmental program has produced 36 Fulbright Scholars since 1975. Call 631-283-4000 for more information.
239 Montauk Highway, Riverhead, NY
Splish Splash
Long Islands Waterpark with rides and fun and fun for all. On site parking, lockers, life vest rental. Strollers and food and picnic areas are all available. Open May – September 10am – 7pm. Located in Riverhead about 60 miles from New York City. This 40-acre water park is said to be the largest in New York State. Many great water rides for all ages, plus family shows. Located one mile from the Best Western. Suffolk County Historical Museum - Both permanent and changing exhibits are on display at this museum featuring Indian artifacts and earl Suffolk farm life displays. Call 631-727-2881 for more information.
300 West Main Street., Riverhead, NY
Suffolk County Historical Society
The Historical Society's headquarters, library and museum, which features both permanent and changing exhibits relating to Suffolk County history. Open Tuesday - Saturday 12:30 – 4:30pm. Call 631-727-2881 for more information.
300 West Main Street, Riverhead, NY
Vail-Leavitt Music Hall
the Vail-Leavitt Music Hall was the talk of the town when David F. Vail, a local lumber dealer, built it with the help of his son, George M. Vail. The interior of the Hall was embellished and frescoed by Mr. J.W. Flack, a well-known eastern Long Island interior decorator group dedicated to the restoration and revitalization of the Music Hall was formed in November of 1978. The first phase of the restoration began with the opening of the Music Hall Mini-Cine in the former Leavitt's Men's Shop in 1984. Theatre chairs, a stage curtain, two screens, two chandeliers, sconces and enough pile carpeting for the entire upstairs Music Hall was generously provided by the Freeport Theatre which was to be razed at this same time. A Laurel & Hardy Film Festival opened the Music Hall Mini-Cine in the spring of 1984 and the Mini-Cine continues to offer quality films to the public during the summer months of the period and an expert in the application of gold leaf.
Peconic Avenue, Riverhead, NY