Sean Mahoney

Discovering East Hampton

Explore East Hampton through the writings of Sean Mahoney, from its earliest settlement and maritime heritage to its transformation as a resort community and renowned center for art and culture. Drawing on a lifelong connection to the area and decades spent managing its properties and estates, Sean shares the people, places, events, and stories that have shaped East Hampton across generations.

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Written Works

Early History and Settlement

Discover the people and events that shaped East Hampton’s beginnings.

Whaling & Maritime Heritage

Explore East Hampton’s centuries-old connection to the sea.

Resort Town Transformation

See how East Hampton New York became a celebrated resort community.

Cultural & Artistic
Legacy

Discover the artists and writers who made East Hampton a creative haven.

Historic Windmills & Lighthouses

East Hampton’s historic windmills and lighthouses are enduring landmarks of its agricultural and maritime past. From wind-powered mills that served early farming communities to coastal beacons that guided ships through dangerous waters, these structures remain defining features of the East End landscape.

Highlighted Stories

From Deep Waters:
Piracy in East Hampton

In the serene town of East Hampton, where upscale boutiques and serene beaches now reign, tales of Captain Kidd's daring piracy and elusive treasures continue to captivate, leaving an indelible mark on the town's storied past and picturesque landscape.

Unforgettable
Fury

The 1938 New England Hurricane, one of the deadliest and most destructive storms in U.S. history, devastated Long Island and the Northeast, forever reshaping the landscape and testing the resilience of its communities.

Lighthouses of East Hampton

The lighthouses of East Hampton, NY, including the iconic Montauk Point Lighthouse, stand as historic sentinels, guiding mariners and embodying the rich maritime heritage of the region.

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