Programs

Campus Tours at the Museums (May-Oct)

June 6th – October 17th, 2025

Monday 10-2pm, Tuesday 10-2pm, Friday 10-2pm, Saturday 10-4pm

We also host historical walking tours year round. Click here for the current schedule of historical walking tours.

For special events, see below.

2025 Programming

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  • Hop into Spring at Falmouth Museums on the Green!

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Hop into Spring at Falmouth Museums on the Green! What does a room say about you? Kids can create their favorite room using a model of the historic Dr. Francis Wicks House, and discover fun ways to decorate by collaging the contents for spring. This will be followed by a Falmouth Museum on the Green […]

  • A HOUSE RESTORED – The Tragedies and Triumphs of Saving a New England Colonial

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    A HOUSE RESTORED The Tragedies and Triumphs of Saving a New England Colonial Shop Class as Soulcraft meets A Place of My Own in this lyrical meditation of a woodworker steadfastly repairing a historic home. Old houses share their secrets only if they survive. Trading the corporate ladder for a stepladder, Lee McColgan commits to […]

  • Made at the Museum: Magnificent Maritime

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Update: *Feb 6th date is cancelled due to weather, make-up date TBD.* Join Mary Wilson from the Coalition for Children for a parent-child play & learn series that encourages hands-on play and discovery! In this 4-week series for children ages 3-6 years (siblings welcome), families will explore navigation, maps, ships, boats, sea life and more […]

  • If Our Walls Could Talk – Protect Our Past film

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Discover the untold stories found within some of the Cape's historic homes and share your own home discoveries throughout the years. The historic houses lining the streetscape of Cape Cod have stood the test of time as they still stand strong. Their walls were built with tightly ringed durable hard woods plus blood, sweat and tears.  Embedded in them are clues […]

  • From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    You are cordially invited to the film premiere of From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful This 37 minute film explores the remarkable life of poet, professor, and social reformer Katharine Lee Bates. Katharine Lee Bates (1859-1929), a Falmouth native, holds a cherished place in American history […]

  • Winter Walk: Remember My Name – Celebrating the Women of Falmouth

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    March 7th & 22nd, 3pm In honor of Women’s History Month, these walking tours delve into the less familiar history of Falmouth as we introduce you to a few of the notable women who made – and continue to make – their mark in Falmouth. Along the way, you will meet educators, abolitionists, suffragettes and […]

  • Waquoit Bay & The Vínland Mystery

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Waquoit Bay & The Vínland Mystery For over 175 years researchers have attempted to unravel the information in two Icelandic Sagas, - the Greenlander's Saga and the Saga of Eric the Red, - with the goal of locating ‘Vínland’, an area on the North American Atlantic coast where grapes grew wild, winters were mild, and […]

  • Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour for Members

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    SOLD OUT Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour for Members Monday, April 14th | 2:00 PM Join us for a special members-only behind-the-scenes tour of the Museums on the Green! This exclusive experience will take you into spaces not normally open to the public, offering a closer look at some of our most treasured collections. What to Expect: […]

  • Hop into Spring at Falmouth Museums on the Green!

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Hop into Spring at Falmouth Museums on the Green! School Vacation Week-- Thursday April 24th at 11am-- 55 Palmer Avenue Free and Open to the public thanks to the Ellis Family. Join us for a fun-filled spring celebration, featuring history, creativity, and a classic seasonal tradition—with a twist! Children will take a short guided tour […]

  • From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    You are cordially invited to the film premiere of From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful This 37 minute film explores the remarkable life of poet, professor, and social reformer Katharine Lee Bates. Katharine Lee Bates (1859-1929), a Falmouth native, holds a cherished place in American history […]

  • Lanterns & Lyrics: Falmouth’s Kickoff Event for the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Lanterns & Lyrics: Falmouth’s Kickoff Event for the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution Join the Town of Falmouth in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with an afternoon and evening of history, music, and community reflection. Family friendly event! Schedule of Events, Sunday, April 27, 2025 📜 2:00 – 4:00 PM | […]

  • The Cape & Islands in the Revolution – Little Known Facts & Events

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Bombardment of Falmouth, April 3, 1779 by Franklin L. Gifford   The Cape & Islands in the Revolution – Little Known Facts & Events Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4pm The Revolutionary War was a period which was not only centered in the well-known venues of Boston Philadelphia, New York State, Virginia, and beyond, but also […]

  • Nyes & Neighbors: A Walk through North Falmouth Village 

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Nyes & Neighbors: A Walk through North Falmouth Village Saturday, May 17th, at 10am or 2pm - Please select your timed ticket. For centuries, each Falmouth village has been a world unto itself, developing its own distinct character and a fierce sense of neighborhood pride. Venture with us into the quaint village of North Falmouth, […]

  • Exhibition Opening Members Reception – Resistance & Resilience: The Road to the American Revolution in Falmouth, Massachusetts

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    We will be holding a members reception for the opening of our newest exhibition on June 5th. The exhibition will open to the public  on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Falmouth Museums on the Green, Resistance & Resilience: The Road to the American Revolution in Falmouth, Massachusetts invites visitors to explore the local history […]

  • Opening Day – Free Admission for 2025

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Museums on the Green will be open to the public from June 6th – October 17th, 2025. We are excited to welcome you all back starting May 24th and to now be offering free general museum admission for the 2025 season in Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution! Included in general museum admission is a […]

  • Tuesdays & Saturdays – Village Green Walking Tour (multiple dates)

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Historical Walking Tours of the 2025 season The "Village Green Walking Tour" on Tuesdays & Saturdays, at 10:30am, leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). Village Green: Famous Residents, Falmouth Firsts, Favorite Spots Learn about several famous Falmouth citizens, see a house full of Falmouth Firsts, and visit […]

  • Mondays – Locust Street Walking Tour

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Historical Walking Tours of the 2025 season The "Locust Street Walking Tour" on Mondays, at 10:30am, leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). Locust Street: Home to Many Mariners This walk focuses on the homes, adventures, and families of several whaling captains, along with the original settlement area […]

  • 26th Annual Katharine Lee Bates Poetry Fest

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Museums on the Green of Falmouth Historical Society Presents 2025 KATHARINE LEE BATES POETRY FEST Write a poem! Win a prize! (Prizes include gift certificates) Entries must be received by May 16th at 3pm. The Poetry Fest will be held Thursday, June 12th, 2025, at 4 PM at our Cultural Center, 55 Palmer Ave., Falmouth, […]

  • Cape Dreams – A Season with the Brewster Whitecaps – Author Talk

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Cape Dreams - A Season with the Brewster Whitecaps - Author Talk July 7th at 4pm Every summer, the greatest college baseball players that come together on Cape Cod are after one thing: their dreams. The summer teams on the Cape are a pivotal step toward the Major Leagues, as professional hopefuls vie to showcase […]

  • Hydrangea Festival – Museum will be OPEN!

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    The Museums on the Green will welcome Hydrangea Festival visitors in the Museum for house tours, to view our exhibitions, and shop our Whaling Wives Gift Shop from 10-2 both days!

  • Fridays – Historical Walking Tours (rotating, multiple dates)

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Historical Walking Tours of the 2025 season Fridays, at 10:30am, leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). Fridays – Rotating between Grave Undertakings, Scandals, and Women’s History. View our Historical Walking Tour page for more information. Please arrive by 10:15 am. Free. Registration required for Old Burying Ground […]

  • America 250 Symposium Cape & Islands in the Revolution

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

      America 250 Symposium: Cape & Islands in the Revolution   Saturday, July 26, 2025, 1-5 pm  Join the Falmouth Museums on the Green and the Capt Joshua Gray–Jonathan Hatch Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for a symposium exploring Cape Cod and the Islands' vital role during the American Revolution. As we […]

  • Animal House Tour – Children’s Event

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Join us for a fun-filled summer celebration, featuring history and creativity! Children will take a guided tour of the historic c. 1790 Dr. Francis Wicks House, learning about how rooms were decorated in the past and what they reveal about the people who lived in them. Afterward, kids can get creative with a take home […]

  • From Sea to Shining Sea: A Summer Tribute to America the Beautiful

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    From Sea to Shining Sea: A Summer Tribute to America the Beautiful Join the Cape Cod Music Society at the Falmouth Historical Society for a moving evening of music that commemorates the spirit of Katharine Lee Bates' enduring anthem and the diverse voices that construct our American story. "From Sea to Shining Sea" brings together Cape Cod String Quartet, pianist Matthew Hutchinson, and singers Steve […]

  • 25th Annual Heritage Award Celebration at Museums on the Green

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Falmouth Historical Society’s 2025 Heritage Award Celebration Honoring Jim Lloyd Thursday, August 7th | 5:30–7:30 PM | Remarks at 6pm Falmouth Museums on the Green, 55 Palmer Ave Please join the Falmouth Historical Society for a festive evening in the museum’s beautiful garden honoring Jim Lloyd, this year’s recipient of the Heritage Award. This annual […]

  • Discover Your Unique Story with “Carving Out Your Story” — An Exciting Oral History Workshop!

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Discover Your Unique Story with "Carving Out Your Story" — An Exciting Oral History Workshop! Workshops: Wednesday, August 13th, and Thursday, 14th, both sessions are from 1pm to 3 pm. Limited to 20 participants. Public Event Thursday August 21st 3:30pm to 5pm Join us for a lively and inspiring journey into the art of storytelling, […]

  • A History of the Falmouth Road Race

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Come hear bestselling author Paul Clerici on Thursday, August 14th, at 11 a.m., at the Falmouth Historical Society Museums in the Green, Cultural Center, 55 Palmer St., Falmouth, as he discusses his “A History of the Falmouth Road Race,” the first and only book entirely about the great Cape Cod race. In a new multimedia […]

  • Documentary Screening for members – From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful This 37 minute film explores the remarkable life of poet, professor, and social reformer Katharine Lee Bates. Katharine Lee Bates (1859-1929), a Falmouth native, holds a cherished place in American history as the author of America the Beautiful, a poem that […]

  • Discover Your Unique Story with “Carving Out Your Story” – Public Event Thursday August 21st

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

       Discover Your Unique Story with “Carving Out Your Story” — An Exciting Oral History Workshop! Workshops: Wednesday, August 13th, and Thursday, 14th, both sessions are from 1pm to 3 pm. Limited to 20 participants. Public Event Thursday August 21st 3:30pm to 5pm Join us for a lively and inspiring journey into the art of storytelling, […]

  • August Adventures 2025 from Highland Street Foundation

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Tours of the fabulous c.1790 Wicks House and Conant House galleries will be available 10am to 4pm along with a walking tour of the Village Green at 10:30am. We'll also have an eye-spy game, scavenger hunt, and activity backpack for kids! August Adventures 2025 provides access and opportunities to new and old partners highlighting the […]

  • Houses of the Revolution: A Historic House Tour in Falmouth

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Houses of the Revolution: A Historic House Tour in Falmouth Sunday, September 7th | 12:00–4:00 PM. Ticket pickup begins at 11am. Tickets are going fast! So be sure to get your tickets early - there are a limited number still available - Very limited tickets will be available on the day of the event. Step inside […]

  • Tour the Gardens at the Museums on the Green this Summer – Multiple Dates

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    The Falmouth Historical Society and the Falmouth Garden Club are pleased to provide the opportunity to tour the spectacular gardens at the Museums on the Green this summer! Take a walking tour of each of the five gardens in this beautiful location led by Falmouth Garden Club members. Tours on Tuesdays are at 11:45am, allowing […]

  • A Visit to Blackburn Conservation Studio – for 1790 Society and Fix Wicks Legacy Donors

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    A Visit to Blackburn Conservation Studio Friday, September 26, 2025 | 3:00 PM Middleboro, MA Please note this event is limited to 1790 Society and Fix Wicks Legacy Donors. Step into the world of historic preservation and artistic innovation with this special 1790 Society event with the Falmouth Historical Society at the Blackburn Conservation Studio, […]

  • Old Burying Ground: Grave Undertakings – Cemetery Walking Tour

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Historical Walking Tours of the 2025 season The Cemetery Walking Tour will be held on Friday 4pm, note the meeting location below -  Sept 26th Old Burying Ground:  Grave Undertakings* 4pm From the most respected minister to the lowliest outcast, everyone in Falmouth ended up here eventually. See their markers and hear their stories as […]

  • Falmouth’s Whaling Heritage

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    In the early 19th century, Falmouth remained a remote farming and fishing community. But then the growing New England whaling industry began to capture the imagination of Falmouth youth who dreamed of adventure as Cape Horn sailors searching the Pacific Ocean for whales and whale oil. Falmouth was no competition for New Bedford, the "city […]

  • Bringing Homes Full Circle

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Bringing Homes Full Circle Wednesday, October 8 | 4:00 PM Join us for Bringing Homes Full Circle, an engaging presentation that explores the inspiring journey of historic-home preservation and how revitalizing the past can help rebuild community spirit. About the Speaker: Full Circle Homes Co-owners Jen Macdonald and Mike Lemieux bring over a decade of dedicated […]

  • Superstition & the Strange: An Autumnal Tour of the c. 1790 Dr. Francis Wicks House

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Superstition & the Strange: An Autumnal Tour of the c. 1790 Dr. Francis Wicks House Thursday, October 9th & 30th at 6pm “The good people love the day, and the bad the night,” as the old French proverb solemnly reminds us. The approach of the night has been humankind’s oldest and most haunting torment. After […]

  • Depot Ave Historical Walking Tour

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Depot Ave Historical Walking Tour Friday, Oct 17th 10:30am. Please arrive at 10:15am in the Hallett Barn Visitor's Center. Falmouth’s seafaring past is well known, but there’s another side to the history of our town.  When the railroad arrived in 1871, Falmouth’s link to the world shifted from the sea to the rails.  Trains arrived […]

  • Pedal Through the Past: A Bike Tour with the Falmouth Historical Society

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Pedal Through the Past: A Bike Tour with the Falmouth Historical Society October 17th, 11am Fall is in the air—the best time of year for a long bicycle ride!  If you love bicycling and history, please join us for a new historic bike tour around Falmouth on Friday, October 17th. Museum docent and tour guide […]

  • Sinners, Saints, and Silent Souls: A Special Halloween Burying Ground Walking Tour

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Sinners, Saints, and Silent Souls: A Special Halloween Burying Ground Walking Tour  Saturday, October 18 at 3pm Saturday, October  25 at 3pm As Halloween approaches, spirits come out of the shadows, eager to have their stories told. Now is the perfect time to visit them on their home turf. Join us for an enhanced Halloween […]

  • Wicked at Wicks: A Children’s Halloween Celebration

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Wicked at Wicks: A Children’s Halloween Celebration at the Falmouth Museums on the Green Friday, October 24th, 2025, 4-5:30pm - costume parade at 4:45pm Come down to the Falmouth Museums on the Green for a fun family Halloween event. The event will include trick-or-treating at several historic properties on our campus including the 1790 Dr. […]

  • A Curated Afternoon at Historic 98 Main Street (Members Only)

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    A Curated Afternoon at Historic 98 Main Street (Members Only) Monday October 27, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Join the Falmouth Historical Society for an exclusive, members-only event at the historic Nathaniel Shiverick House, located at 98 Main Street in the heart of Falmouth Village. Built in 1812 and thoughtfully renovated, this home blends early […]

  • The Remarkable History of Penikese Island – SOLD OUT

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    The Remarkable History of Penikese Island Penikese Island, a 75-acre wildlife sanctuary at the southwest end of the Elizabeth Island chain, has played many roles throughout its rich history. Once home to a natural history summer school and later a leper colony, it now serves as a vital refuge for endangered seabirds. For 150 years, […]

  • Conservation Corner: A Studio Tour with Barrett Keating in North Falmouth (a membership event)

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Conservation Corner: A Studio Tour with Barrett Keating in North Falmouth A 1790 Society, Benefactor, & Sustainer Level Membership Event November 17th, 2:30 to 4pm The Falmouth Historical Society is delighted to invite 1790 Society, Benefactor, & Sustainer members of Museums on the Green to an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to the studio of Barrett M. […]

  • Someone’s in the Kitchen at the Museum – Thursdays (multiple dates)

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    A 4-part series with Mary Wilson, from The Coalition for Children, along with staff from the Museums on the Green, exploring museum objects related to cooking and life in the kitchen, followed by a craft and hands-on activity to take home. In each session, the families will explore a museum object that is related to […]

  • Falmouth Heights Historical Walking Tour – SOLD OUT

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Falmouth Heights Always a summer place Falmouth Heights, the highest point of land along Vineyard Sound, has long been a beloved summer retreat. From the 1600s, when Awashonks, the Queen of the Sakonnet people, visited to enjoy the cool ocean breezes and the closeness to her people on Martha’s Vineyard, to the present day, where […]

  • Holiday Party & 125th Anniversary Jubilee: Member & Volunteer Appreciation Night

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

    Holiday Party & 125th Anniversary Jubilee: Member & Volunteer Appreciation Night Join us for a festive evening as we celebrate 125 years of the Falmouth Historical Society and thank our wonderful members and volunteers for all they do! Enjoy a catered dinner from West Falmouth Market, seasonal libations, and plenty of holiday cheer as we toast […]

  • Wreath Sale & Holiday Market at Museums on the Green

    Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United States

      Don’t miss the Falmouth Garden Club Wreath Sale & Holiday Market at Museums on the Green in the Hallet Barn & Whaling Wives Gift Shop! Dec 6th 8:30am - 2pm: Falmouth Garden Club Wreath Sale, Museum Gift Shop open 10am - 4pm: Museums Open for self-guided and docent led tours, Museum Gift Shop open […]