East Hampton has long drawn artists, writers, and other creative minds inspired by its landscapes, quiet communities, and proximity to New York City. In the 20th century, places like Springs became especially important to the rise of Abstract Expressionism and a thriving creative community. Explore Sean Mahoney’s writings on the artists, studios, neighborhoods, and cultural connections that shaped East Hampton’s remarkable artistic legacy.

A Historic Art Haven

In the quiet hamlet of Springs, Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner found both a home and a place to create some of the most significant American art of the 20th century. Step inside the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center to explore the couple’s life in East Hampton, their studios and creative process, and the remarkable preservation of a property that became an enduring part of American art history.

Elaine de Kooning and Pollock-Krasner House

East Hampton became a creative haven for some of the most influential figures in modern American art. From Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner’s celebrated studio in Springs to Elaine de Kooning’s home and artistic workspace, explore the places where Abstract Expressionism flourished—and the remarkable community of artists whose work helped establish East Hampton as an enduring center of American art.

The Artsy Hideaway of East Hampton

The quiet hamlet of Springs became an unlikely center of American creativity, attracting generations of artists and writers drawn to its natural beauty, rural character, and close-knit community. From Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning to John Steinbeck and Kurt Vonnegut, discover the people, places, and local traditions that gave Springs its distinctive identity and enduring artistic legacy.