Book & Bottle Lecture on the Sinking of the Steamboat Lexington by Bill Bleyer

The Suffolk County Historical Society is hosting a Book & Bottle lecture on the sinking of the steamboat Lexington on Long Island Sound. The lecture will be given by Bill Bleyer, a prizewinning staff writer for Newsday for 33 years specializing in history and maritime history. The lecture will detail the story of the Lexington, from its unique construction to its harrowing demise, and will also discuss the artifacts in the Lexington exhibit at the museum. The event will take place on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at 1 p.m. The lecture will be followed by a book sale and signing by the author. The event is free for members and $8 for non-members, which includes refreshments. Registration is required and non-refundable prepayment is required. Space is limited, so call 631-727-2881 X100 to reserve your spot, or reserve at Eventbrite for a small surcharge.