Second Sunday Castle Tours
Sunday, April 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Bayside Historical Society’s staff and volunteers are offering guided tours of The Castle and its exhibitions on the second Sunday of each month from 1pm-3pm. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes; two tours are offered, with the first beginning at 1:00 PM and the second at 2:00 PM. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Reserve your spot in advance for the April 12th tour by booking your free tickets at www.baysidehistorical.org/events-1/second-sunday-castle-tours-22.
Comedy Night at The Castle
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Get ready for a fun-filled night out with the Bayside Historical Society! Join us at The Castle for another great evening of stand-up comedy with the hilarious Wilshire Comedy Group. Enjoy our menu of social small plates and sweet treats (view it on our website), plus a chance to win in our raffle drawing. We can’t wait to see you there!
Admission is $40 for BHS members and $50 for non-members. Reservations are required. Tickets must be purchased in advance on our website; none will be sold at the door. Purchase tickets at www.baysidehistorical.org/events-1/comedy-night-at-the-castle-2.
Author Talk with Bill Bleyer: Long Island and the Civil War
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Bayside Historical Society welcomes back author, historian, and Long Island native Bill Bleyer for a presentation on his insightful book, “Long Island and the Civil War,” which explores how the American Civil War reshaped Long Island in surprising and profound ways. The program will conclude with a Q&A and book signing.
Admission is $10.00 for BHS members and $15.00 for non-members. Purchase tickets at www.baysidehistorical.org/events-1/author-talk-with-bill-bleyer-long-island-and-the-civil-war.
Persian Traditional and Folk Music
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Join BHS at The Castle for an afternoon of Persian music and traditional Iranian instruments. This special event features Katayoun on vocals, Hedayat Shafeei on the tar, and Hamidreza Maleki on the santour and oud, offering audiences an authentic glimpse into the sound and spirit of Persian music. This is a wonderful opportunity to discover a rich musical tradition in a friendly, local setting.
Admission is $10 for BHS members and $15 for non-members; purchase tickets at www.baysidehistorical.org/events-1/persian-traditional-and-folk-music.
This event is part of the Bayside Historical Society’s “Passport Concert Series: Bringing Cultures from Around the World to the Castle at Bayside.”
