The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, will present its first in-person trivia night event, “Summer Sips Trivia Night,” on Wednesday, August 14, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Designed for adults aged 21 and over, this interactive event offers a delightful blend of entertainment, knowledge, and refreshments.
Participants can expect an enjoyable evening with general trivia questions inspired by the beach season. The diverse range of topics covered will include film, music, logos, history, geography, art, and nature, ensuring there is something for everyone. Guests will also learn intriguing trivia tidbits about the museum’s collection, making it a fun and educational activity showcasing the museum’s unique offerings.
Attendees will be treated to delectable appetizers donated by Grasso’s Restaurant, along with a refreshing Dirty Dolphin cocktail or mocktail to enjoy during the competition. The event will feature exciting prizes and bragging rights for the winning team.
“We are thrilled to introduce our first in-person trivia night at the museum,” said Nomi Dayan, Executive Director at The Whaling Museum. “Our trivia nights have always been about more than just whaling; they serve as a platform to engage the community with an array of fascinating topics. We look forward to welcoming everyone for an evening of entertainment and friendly competition.”
This event marks the museum’s transition from virtual trivia nights, which commenced on April 30, 2020, as a creative response to the pandemic. Previous trivia nights have covered diverse themes such as sharks, flowers, movies and TV, and local history related to the Town of Huntington. The summer and beach-themed trivia promises an inclusive experience, eliminating the need for participants to be whaling experts to partake and enjoy the occasion.
“During covid, one way our museum adapted its community programming was by developing and hosting Trivia Nights online. These programs were an unexpected and surprising way for our staff to weave contemporary themes with fascinating tidbits related to the museum. This summer, we are looking forward to bringing our entertaining and educational approach in our in-person evening event,” said Brenna McCormick-Thompson, Curator of Education at The Whaling Museum.
Registration for the event is required in advance and must be done in teams of 2-5 participants. The registration fee is $30 per participant, $25 for members. For more details and to register, please visit cshwhalingmuseum.org/events or click here.
This article originally appeared in TBR News Media’s senior supplement Prime Times on July 18.