The Brecknock Hall Foundation continues its annual distinguished lecture series with whaling curator Michael P. Dyer, who will unlock the history of David G. Floyd’s iconic whaling career.
Dyer’s lecture, entitled “Tuthill’s Memorial: Tragedy and Triumph in Greenport’s Whaling Heyday, 1833-1860,” is free to all, and takes place at the Peconic Landing Community Center Saturday, November 14 at 3 p.m. The dialogue depicts the height of the local whaling industry, celebrating Greenport’s maritime history.
It is followed by the unveiling of never before seen artifacts that paint a picture of Floyd’s journey to Greenport. The exhibit will be on display at Brecknock Hall following the lecture. Transportation will b...e provided to and from the exhibit.
The newly acquired artifacts are from the Floyd Estate and include log books from the whaling ships Italy and Prudent, which were owned by Floyd.
The complementary exhibit is offered in partnership by The Southold Historical Society, The Brecknock Hall Foundation, and Peconic Landing with support from a private donor. Oysterponds Historical Society and Suffolk County Historical Society also contributed to the exhibit.
The public is asked to kindly RSVP by visting www.peconiclanding.ticketleap.com or calling 477-BLUE.