Sean Mahoney East Hampton

 When people think of East Hampton, it's usually the gorgeous beaches, classic shingled homes, and picture-perfect Main Street that come to mind. But beyond the ocean views and summer crowds, there's another side of East Hampton that's easy to miss—and it's been here for centuries. Scattered throughout town are a handful of historic mills that tell the story of East Hampton long before it became one of Long Island's most beloved destinations. These aren't just beautiful landmarks—they're reminders of the people who built this community from the ground up. Over the next few posts, we're going to explore these remarkable mills, the families behind them, and the important role they played in shaping East Hampton's history. Before There Was East Hampton as We Know It... Back in the 1600s, life looked very different. The first English settlers had to rely on the land—and a little ingenuity—to create a thriving community. Luckily, East Hampton's stream...