Project Most opts to renovate historic neighborhood house for expanded childcare and youth programs

Project Most is seeking a permanent home on 3 Mile Harbor Road in East Hampton after two decades of operating out of school classrooms and other community spaces.

The nonprofit, which began with after-school programs at John M. Marshall Elementary School and the Springs School, is proposing a renovation and partial reconstruction of the neighborhood house rather than replacing it, a Project Most representative told LTV. The representative said an archaeological study and community feedback led the group to prioritize preserving the building’s historic character.

Project Most told LTV it currently serves about 500 children throughout the year across multiple locations. Planned uses for the renovated space include infant and toddler care, weekend educational classes, a larger health-department-approved kitchen intended for teaching cooking, a greenhouse and garden to support food-to-table lessons, and a summer camp with capacity for up to 75 children.

The representative described the plan as community-focused and said a significant fundraising effort will be required. LTV reported the renovation is underway in East Hampton Town’s planning and architectural review process; no construction start date or funding totals were provided on air.

The broadcast emphasized the organization’s aim to preserve local history while expanding services to meet demand, and it noted that next steps include continued planning review and fundraising efforts.