Sag Harbor was founded in 1707 as a whaling village, earning a mention in the book Moby Dick by Herman Melville. It was the first designated Point Of Entry for customs in New York, and once a busier port than New York City. After the decline of whaling, Sag Harbor served as home to various industries, the last of which was the Bulova Watchcase Factory. It was closed in 1981. Sag Harbor was also home to author John Steinbeck from 1955 until his death in 1968, and remains a favorite for many writers.
Sag Harbor is divided three-fifths in the Town of Southampton, and two- fifths in the Town of East Hampton. When you stroll down the streets you'll walk past grand Greek revival mansions, old Victorians, charming capes, authentic saltboxes, The Bay Street Theatre, and the popular American Hotel. Sag Harbor's year-round population is 2,313. It covers an area of 2.5 miles, of which 30% is water.
