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“The Fire Island” house.
From a Daytripper fantasy to a reality show failure the homes of the Pines all have a history…
The Origins of Fire Island’s Tea Dance at The Blue Whale
The Tea Dance was created in 1966 in the Pines by then owner John Whyte. It is now replicated in gay resorts around the world…
The Island Club Est.1992-2005
Before you Sipped N Twirled you cruised at “The Crews Quarters”, then found yourself at “The Island Club”… Our clubs have a history too.
Art history- Felice Picano
Like many in the Arts lives were touched by Fire Island and inspired. Felice Picano is the author of more than thirty books of poetry, fiction, memoirs, nonfiction, and plays who spent time here and reflected on it in his work.
Fire Island Celebrity history- Colleen Dewhurst
Celebrities have always been drawn to the Pines as it gave them the anonymity they craved. However some like actress Colleen Dewhurst enjoyed the attention…
Fire Island Celebrity history- Madonna
1989. The end of the 80’s brings Madonna to Fire Island Pines to visit her brother Christopher Ciccone. She brings some friends along for the ride…
The Sloan/ Calvin Klein/ David Geffen house Est.1972
One of the most noted homes in the Pines is known as the Calvin Klein house, for the simple reason he owned it. Nothing came between Calvin and the Pines as he brought Studio 54 to the Island.
The Beach Olympics 1975-1981.
The Beach Olympics was a homespun event created in 1975. Most often as a fundraiser for the Pines Conservation Society. It brought the community together with unique events like wheel barrel and potato sack races, tug of war, and more.
Celebrity history- Peter Allen
Singer Peter Allen played a role in Pines history by supporting the community at benefits like “From the Pines with Love”, and “Hooray for Hollywood.”
DJ Michael Fierman
DJ Michael Fierman was just one from the Turntable Royalty of DJ’s of the 1990’s.
The Pines Dog Show Est. 1965
Fire Island has been a haven for many, yet also for our babies. Meaning our pets. Dog’s, cat’s and more make up Fire Island Families. See how we shoed them off…
Fire Island Celebrity history- Halston
There are many people with just one word names tell you everything. Halston was one. Like many he too found his way to Fire Island…
Pines People- Paul McGregor
Paul McGregor was unique person who made his mark in the world. In Haidressing, Nightlife, and to all he touched.He who found a home for him and his family in the Pines creating a legacy that continues today…
Fire Island Pines People- Arden Catlin
Many would be surprised to know the several women that played a role in the history of the Pines. Arden Catlin was one. She was a Pines pioneer who was one of the first Realtors, business owners, and the first Postmistress of the Pines.
The Seaplane history
One of the fastest and most glamorous ways to get to Fire Island was and still is the Seaplane. Becoming more popular and visible in the 1960’s through today it was the only way to arrive. For celebrities it was not only fast, but indiscreet. Slightly soggy, but glamorous just the same. With the advent of the dock you could really arrive in style…
Fire Island Celebrity history- Elizabeth Taylor
1982. Actress Elizabeth Taylor arrives in the Pines. She dines at the "The Cultured Elephant" (now Canteen). She was there for lunch July 15, 1983 staying on her mexican boyfriends yacht "Chiquitita". Manager Thom Finn sent her over a Strawberry Daiquiri she turned around to thank him, and this photo was taken and published in People magazine the next week.