Welcome to EHSLI

Founder’s Day Luncheon: SOLD OUT!

Relive the highlights of our unforgettable Founder’s Day celebration! Learn more here.

A Welcoming Humanist Community

At The Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island, we are a community of caring hearts and thoughtful minds working to create a better world.
 

Deed Before Creed

Each of us has a moral responsibility to help reduce suffering, enhance the quality of life and to contribute to the well-being of society.
 

Examining the issues of living

We encourage personal growth through sensitivity to others, critical thinking, and developing the courage to act on ethical values.
 

All Visitors Are Welcome

We meet every Sunday at 11 for music, poetry, reflection and an informative presentation about contemporary ethical issues.
 

75th Anniversary Founder’s Day Luncheon – A Huge Success!

75th Anniversary Founder’s Day Luncheon

Our Founder’s Day Luncheon on December 7, 2025, was a spectacular celebration of 75 years of EHSLI! The event was completely sold out. Check out the event slideshow to see all the memorable moments! Learn More

Welcome to EHSLI

Founder’s Day Luncheon

Founder’s Day Luncheon: SOLD OUT!

Relive the highlights of our unforgettable Founder’s Day celebration! Learn more here.

All visitors are welcome

A Welcoming Humanist Community

At The Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island, we are a community of caring hearts and thoughtful minds working to create a better world.
 

Deed Before Creed

Deed Before Creed

Each of us has a moral responsibility to help reduce suffering, enhance the quality of life and to contribute to the well-being of society.
 

Examining the issues of living

Examining the issues of living

We encourage personal growth through sensitivity to others, critical thinking, and developing the courage to act on ethical values.
 

A Welcoming Humanist Community

All Visitors Are Welcome

We meet every Sunday at 11 for music, poetry, reflection and an informative presentation about contemporary ethical issues.
 

75th Anniversary Founder’s Day Luncheon – A Huge Success!

75th Anniversary Founder’s Day Luncheon

Our Founder’s Day Luncheon on December 7, 2025, was a spectacular celebration of 75 years of EHSLI! The event was completely sold out. Check out the event slideshow to see all the memorable moments! Learn More

Next Sunday Speaker

A Discussion of Walt Whitman's Legacy as Both a Poet and a Person

A Discussion of Walt Whitman's Legacy as Both a Poet and a Person

Join Caitlyn Shea, Executive Director of the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Museum, for a discussion of Walt Whitman’s legacy as both a poet and a person.

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Sunday Meetings

Sunday Meetings

Our Society gathers every Sunday morning for music, poetry, reflection and an informative presentation about contemporary ethical issues.
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Our Programs

Our Programs

We feature a number of social events and discussion groups where we pursue our interests and build community.
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Social Action

Social Action

Social action is a key part of our mission.  We are committed to making the world a better place.
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Featured Talk

Arthur Dobrin: My Life as a Minister

Reflections Pathway

Add a personalized engraved brick to the Reflections Pathway in our Celebration Garden. Your commemorative brick will join others to create a beautiful path surrounded by Nature to honor and remember moments and people who have shaped our lives. Contributing is an opportunity to support our programs, social actions, building and gardens. Learn More

Our Legacy

ValuesThe future of our society is in our hands. With a little forethought and preparation, everyone can make a meaningful and impactful gift that will help build the security of our Society that will last for years. No matter the size of your gift, cumulatively, YOU can make a huge impact on our future. Learn more