The 2026 Tom Twomey Series begins on Friday, January 30, at East Hampton Library from 7 to 8 PM with “Landmarks and Legends: East Hampton Unveiled.” In this engaging lecture, David Cataletto explores the history behind East Hampton’s place names, highlighting how Native American, African, and European influences have shaped the town’s landmarks, locations, and roads.
Cataletto, a native of East Hampton, teaches History and English at East Hampton Middle School. He also serves as an East Hampton Town Trustee and actively participates in historic and environmental preservation efforts within the community.
This year’s Tom Twomey Series is presented in partnership with the East Hampton Library and the East Hampton Historical Society.
“Partnering with the Historical Society on this year’s Tom Twomey Series allows the library to pool resources and present an even stronger lineup of programs. As premier East End historical organizations located just two doors apart, we’re pleased to collaborate on this educational lecture series highlighting the rich history of East Hampton,” said Dennis Fabiszak, Executive Director of the East Hampton Library.
“Tom Twomey was an incredible champion for history education in our community, and the East Hampton Historical Society is honored to partner with the East Hampton Library on the Tom Twomey Series,” said Steve Long, Executive Director of the East Hampton Historical Society. “I’m excited that we’re working together to develop such an amazing variety of presentations about East Hampton history.”
Lecture presentations will continue throughout the year. The next three events in the series are “Uncovering the Past: Archaeology at Sylvester Manor,” presented by Dr. Nedra Lee on February 26; “Valedictory Orations, Songs and Speeches, Harangues and Dialogues: Clinton Academy 1821-1921,” hosted by Hugh R. King on March 27; and “History of East Hampton New York in the Revolution,” presented by Leah K. Lebec on April 24. Visit tomtwomeyseries.org for details.