Education Program for high school students
Education is a critical part of Hamptons Whodunit’s mission. Our goal is to introduce local high school students to potential careers in forensics, investigation and law enforcement with interactive problem-solving games and informative sessions with true crime experts. We are incredibly grateful to our generous donors and sponsors who make these initiatives possible. Thank you!
True crime experts visit East Hampton High School
April 11, 2025, 12-2pm, Free
Our true crime experts, from left, Jacob Rolls, Scott Duffey and Cary London.
“From how the FBI gets information during interrogations to how lawyers pick jurors who might favor their side, it’s all about reading people. I never thought of law as being so psychological. It’s made me interested in maybe studying criminal justice in college.”
A note from Michael Buquicchio, Assistant Principal, East Hampton High School
“It was a pleasure to collaborate with you and welcome your distinguished guests to East Hampton High School.
I’m happy to share that we received positive feedback from staff and students following the presentation. Many remarked on how engaging and informative the session was, and several students expressed how much they appreciated the opportunity to hear directly from professionals working in such important and impactful roles. It certainly sparked meaningful conversations and reflections.
We’re already looking forward to working together again for the next festival in April.”
“I never realized how much psychology and body language analysis go into getting confessions. Agent Duffey made it feel like something straight out of a crime show, but real.”
Graveyard Tours by Hugh King
Every year, Hamptons Whodunit features free tours to help young and old learn more about the rich history of East Hampton Village from the renowned local historian and Town Crier.
FriDay & Saturday, 5-5:45pm, FREE
In 1658, before Salem, there was the not-so-wicked witch of the Hamptons, Goody Garlick. Hear her story in the graveyard where it all took place.
Crime Scene Challenge for 80 students
At the historic Sea Spray Cottages
April 12, 2024, free program for students
April 13, 2024, TICKETS sold to the public
‘The Best Deal in East Hampton’ by Stephanie Krikorian, New York Magazine
“I got to feel like I was a detective investigating a REAL case.
The activities I partook in were nothing less than amazing and realistic.”
A note from Sara Smith, Principal, East Hampton High School
“East Hampton High School students participated in the authentic crime scene investigation and absolutely loved it. This was a unique opportunity for students to apply their knowledge of psychology, forensics and so much more to solve a true crime. They were gripped from the second they walked in until they cracked the case! We are grateful for the opportunity that Hamptons Whodunit provides for our students.”
“…an unforgettable adventure that sparked our curiosity and brought out the detective in all of us.”
“The inclusion of outside evidence added an extra layer of intrigue, challenging us to consider multiple perspectives and potential leads.”
Vintage postcards of sea spray
East Hampton Library, Long Island Collection.
East Hampton Library, Long Island Collection.
“Who Killed the Mayor?”
Crime Scene Challenge sessions at East Hampton Village Hall.
April 15, 2023, 9am-5pm, free program for AGE 12+
A realistic simulated crime scene containing real physical evidence, an elaborate and entertaining murder mystery scenario riddled with clues, and a cast of suspicious characters who bring the murder mystery to life by interacting with the participants.
Escape Rooms
PRESENTED BY East Hampton Public Library
April 11, 2025, 5-9pm, free
Murder at the Manor
April 12, 2024, 6-8pm, free
Murder in the Library and The Deadly Dinner
April 14, 2023, 6-8pm, free
Stranger Things and Plum Island Escape Room
Young Adult Panels
Crime Fiction through a Latinx Lens
April 14, 2023, 1:30-2:20pm, FREE
Q&A in english and Spanish
In Conversation with Alex Segura & Richie Narvaez
Three Young Adult Authors
April 15, 2023, 5-5:50pm, FREE
‘Alex Rider’ Author Anthony Horowitz, Danielle Valentine & Alex Segura
Moderated by Kyle Fichtner