the Hamptons resort community, Long Island, New York, United States Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/place/the-Hamptons Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/place/the-Hamptons Written by Laura Payne Laura Payne is a freelance writer whose work covers many topics. She is a former Wayne State University linguistics instructor. Laura Payne Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Jul 30, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents the Hamptons, informal term used to describe the resort community located on the southern peninsula (called the South Fork) of eastern Long Island, New York. The community is traditionally described as the area to the east of the Shinnecock Canal, comprising a string of picturesque seaside towns, villages, and hamlets, from Southampton to Montauk. Known for providing an ideal blend of scenic natural beauty, historical charm, and an exclusive luxury lifestyle, the Hamptons, easily accessible from New York City, are a popular summer destination for city dwellers, especially the affluent. The land that now makes up the Hamptons was first ...(100 of 625 words)

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