Behind Southampton’s Most Famous Hedges: Insider’s View Returns This September

Annual Southampton History Museum offers rare access to historic houses & gardens before concluding with a reception sponsored by Sant Ambreous @Rogers Mansion

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — For a single afternoon each September, some of Southampton’s most admired private residences quietly open their gates to a select number of visitors, offering an opportunity few ever experience. The Southampton History Museum’s annual Insider’s View returns Saturday, September 12th, 2026, inviting guests beyond the hedges to explore a curated collection of exceptional houses and gardens that reflect the village’s rich architectural legacy and enduring tradition of stewardship. The event has become one of the East End’s signature cultural experiences, blending history, architecture and landscape design with the stories that continue to shape one of America’s most historic communities.

The self-guided afternoon tour will conclude with a reception generously sponsored by Sant Ambreous on the grounds of the Museum’s historic Rogers Mansion, where guests will gather to celebrate Southampton’s architectural heritage while supporting the Museum’s ongoing preservation, educational programming and stewardship of its historic sites, collections and archives. The event continues the Museum’s long-standing commitment to bringing local history to life through experiences that connect the public with places rarely accessible beyond their gates.

True to the Insider’s View tradition, the tour locations will remain a highly guarded secret until the day itself. Ticket holders will receive an exclusive map and parking passes upon check-in.

“The element of surprise and discovery is what makes this tour so special,” said Sarah Kautz, Executive Director of the Southampton History Museum. “Each property tells part of the story of this remarkable community, while the event itself helps ensure that the Museum can continue preserving and sharing Southampton’s history for future generations.” Board President and event chair Averitt Buttry added, “We curate an exclusive collection of sites, allowing our guests to discover Southampton’s architectural history one beautiful surprise at a time.”

As the nation continues commemorating America 250th and interest in local history continues to grow, Insider’s View offers a reminder that some of the country’s most compelling stories can still be found just beyond a garden gate. The annual event celebrates not only exceptional architecture and design, but also the people and preservation efforts that have protected Southampton’s historic identity for generations. This year’s program culminates with a reception at Rogers Mansion, the Museum’s headquarters and one of the village’s most significant historic landmarks.
For ticket and sponsorship information, visit www.southamptonhistory.org/iv

About the Southampton History Museum:
The Southampton History Museum preserves and educates the public about the history and culture of Southampton, NY by engaging broad audiences in our shared heritage. The Museum is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization chartered by the New York State Board of Regents and incorporated under the New York State Education Department.

For further information, please visit www.southamptonhistory.org
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