Whispering Spirit Cultural Tours
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About Us
Welcome to Whispering Spirit Cultural Tours, founded and led by Denice Evans-Sheppard, an esteemed figure as both the CEO of our organization and the Executive Director of the Oyster Bay Historical Society. Our tours offer a unique and enlightening exploration of Long Island's rich history, extending beyond its shores to showcase the profound impact of African-American people and culture.
With a deep commitment to historical accuracy and cultural significance, we take you on a journey through time, unveiling the untold stories and contributions that have shaped the vibrant tapestry of African-American heritage in Long Island and beyond. Join us in uncovering the whispers of the past, as we celebrate and honor the resilience, achievements, and cultural legacy of African-Americans throughout history.
Our Tours
Take a look at the tours we're currently offering and book today!
Southampton-Montauk-Sag Harbor
East End Day Tour
Explore Long Island's diverse history with our East End Day Tour, featuring stops at the Shinnecock Indian Reservation's "Ma's House Museum" and the Southampton African American Museum, highlighting Indigenous heritage and the contributions of African American communities. Journey through time, visiting spiritual sites like Montauk's "Council Rock" Ft. Hill Cemetery, historical landmarks such as the Third House at Montauk, the Sag Harbor Whaling Museum, and Shelter Island's "Sylvester Manor Educational Farm."
Oyster Bay Area
Oyster Bay Sacred Sites Tour
Embark on a captivating journey through Long Island's rich history with our tour, featuring iconic sites like the Earle-Wightman N.Y Historic House Museum, a 1720 gem used as a British headquarters during the Revolutionary War. Explore the historical roots of the Hood AME Zion Church, dating back to 1848, and discover architectural wonders at the First Presbyterian Church and Christ Church, both designated as National Historic Sites.
North Shore Area
Gold Coast Tour
Explore Long Island’s storied North Shore with our Gold Coast Tour, featuring powerful historic sites such as the Jupiter Hammon House, Cold Spring Harbor’s whaling heritage, and Sagamore Hill, where the contributions of African American and Native American communities shaped daily life at Theodore Roosevelt’s estate. Continue your journey through Oyster Bay Cove, Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, and the David Carll homestead before experiencing the grandeur of a Gilded Age mansion that reveals the untold stories behind Long Island’s iconic Gold Coast.
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Oyster Bay Area
Harbor Sunset Cruise
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Long Island’s waterways on our Harbor Sunset Cruise, tracing the historic route once used by freedom seekers escaping enslavement across the Oyster Bay Harbor and Long Island Sound. As the sun sets, sail through Cold Spring Harbor to explore the origins of the 1920s Eugenics movement and enjoy insightful onboard lectures from local authors who bring this powerful history to life.​
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Whispering Spirit Cultural Tours, LLC
P.O. Box 371
Oyster Bay, NY
631-552-5727