WELCOME TO THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM ~ FOUNDED IN 1960
Named in honor of a man who devoted his entire life to the civic and business affairs of Fishers Island.
The mission of The Henry L. Ferguson Museum is the collection, preservation and exhibition of items of Prehistory, History and Natural History of Fishers Island and, through its Land Trust, the preservation in perpetuity of undeveloped property in its natural state. It is organized for the education and enjoyment of the Island’s community and visitors and for the protection of habitat for the Island’s flora and fauna.

Museum Programs & Activities
In addition to maintaining its extensive collections, the H.L. Ferguson Museum offers annual exhibits, talks, children’s programs and nature trails. Due to Covid-19, the Museum is closed until further notice and scheduled programs will be offered virtually.
The Coastal Forts of Eastern Long Island Sound: Abandonment, Ruination and Repurposing
This year’s virtual exhibition examines the current state of the fort properties that stretch across the Sound from Napatree Point, R.I., to Gardiners Point Island, N.Y.
Children’s Programs at the Museum
The Museum partners with local educators from the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and the Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut to offer family program for ages 5 and up. Through hands-on science based activities, children learn about the natural environment on Fishers Island.
Meet Our Board President & Our Staff
Working together to support the mission of the Museum.