Cow Neck in the Revolution

The area we now call Port Washington was occupied by the British for seven years during the Revolutionary War. Local families suffered immense hardship: they were forced to quarter enemy troops, had their children pressed into service, and even endured pirate attacks. Some Cow Neck Patriots bravely fought for American freedom while others assisted the revolutionary cause in secret – and some yet remained loyal to the Crown. These stories are explored in Cow Neck in the Revolution, presented in collaboration with the Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society in celebration of 250 years of American independence. On display in the History Center Annex June through December 2026.

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Hypertension Screenings

Blood Pressure screenings sponsored by St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center.

11:00am - 2:00pm View Details

Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart - A Close Look: "America Today" by Thomas Hart Benton

Offering a panorama of American life throughout the 1920s, America Today is a room-sized mural comprising ten canvas panels. Museum educator, Alice W. Iglehart, will discuss each panel, the mural’s artist, Thomas Hart Benton and his creative process.

This program is part of the Library's celebration of the 250th anniversary of America.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

12:00pm - 1:30pm View Details

Open Research Hours at The History Center

Open Research Hours at The History Center. Entrance to the Research Room is through the History Center Annex in the South Wing.

Outside of these hours, the History Center’s Research Room is accessible by appointment: please email localhistory@pwpl.org to make arrangements. Click here to view our Collection Guide.

2:00pm - 4:00pm View Details