Southampton

The transformation of Southampton, NY, from a quiet Puritan settlement in 1640 to a fashionable resort by the turn of the century is vividly captured through over 200 photographs, many rare and unpublished. These images chronicle the arrival of wealthy New Yorkers via the railroad in 1870, showcasing the evolution of agrarian life as summer residents converted farmhouses into boarding houses and built lavish cottages. The book highlights the blend of small-town charm and the opulence that defines Southampton today, renowned for its exclusive clubs and celebrity inhabitants.