Today I’m joined by Rosemary McKinley, a local author, educator, and historian whose connection to Long Island has shaped a wide-ranging body of work about the East End. Raised in Sea Cliff, Rosemary’s early interest in history carried into her years as a teacher before she eventually turned to writing full time.
Her books include 101 Glimpses of the North Fork and Islands, which captures the region through vintage photographs, and The Wampum Exchange, a novel exploring early encounters between settlers and Native Americans. She also brings history to life through costumed presentations, artifacts, and community programs that make the past accessible and engaging.
In our conversation, we talk about her path from teacher to author, what drew her to the North Fork, how the region has evolved, and her more recent book on whaler Henry Green, an important look at a life that adds depth to the maritime history of the East End.
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