Programs
Campus Tours at the Museums (May-Oct)
May 24th – October 18th, 2024
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
We also host historical walking tours year round. Click here for the current schedule of historical walking tours.
For special events, see below.
Open for the 2024 Season!
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesWe will be open to the public from May 24th - October 18th We are excited to welcome you all back starting May 24th and to now be offering […]
Guided Historical Walking Tour – Locust Street
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe "Locust Street Walking Tour" on Monday, May 27th 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 of Falmouth, local soldiers from […]
Guided Historical Walking Tour – Depot Ave
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe "Depot Ave Walking Tour" on Monday, May 27th at 10:30am, leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). View our Historical Walking Tour page for more information. https://museumsonthegreen.org/2022-historic-walking-tours/
Village Green Walking Tour – Saturdays
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesHistorical Walking Tours of the 2024 season The "Village Green Walking Tour" on 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 one of […]
Locust Street Walking Tour – Mondays
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesHistorical Walking Tours of the 2024 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 […]
Depot Ave Walking Tour – Tuesdays
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesHistorical Walking Tours of the 2024 season The "Depot Ave Walking Tour" on Tuesdays, at 10:30am, leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). Falmouth’s maritime past is proudly remembered, but there’s more to the history of our town. When the railroad arrived in 1871, Falmouth’s link to the […]
Exhibition Opening of From Cape Cod to Normandy: Falmouth’s Role in WWII’s D-Day Invasion
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesFrom Cape Cod to Normandy: Falmouth's Role in World War II's D-Day Invasion The Falmouth Historical Society, in collaboration with the Cape Cod Military Museum, is honored to present a compelling new exhibition that explores Falmouth's vital role in the historic D-Day invasion during World War II. The show opens Thursday, June 6th, 2024, and […]
Historical Walking Tour – Fridays
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesHistorical Walking Tours of the 2024 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. Women's History - 10:30am on July 12, 19, Aug 9, Sept […]
25th Annual Katharine Lee Bates Poetry Fest 2024
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesMuseums on the Green of Falmouth Historical Society Presents 2024 KATHARINE LEE BATES POETRY FEST Write a poem! Win a prize! (Prizes include gift certificates) Your poem must be received by Thursday, May 16, by 3 PM, Either deliver it in person to our offices (side door at Conant House), 65 Palmer Ave. Falmouth, MA […]
Golden Lane Concert – Irish Traditional Music, Songs, & Dance
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesGolden Lane Concert - Irish Traditional Music, Songs, & Dance Monday, June 17th at 5pm "A CELEBRATION of the IRISH in FALMOUTH" Golden Lane is a group of musicians from the Cape and South Coast areas who perform traditional Irish dance tunes and songs. Instruments are uilleann (Irish) pipes, whistle, fiddle, banjo, guitar, bodhrán […]
A Breeze from the Past: Uncovering climate clues from whaling ship logbooks
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesPhoto Credit: Susan Sholi (WHOI); Jayne Doucette (WHOI) A Breeze from the Past: Uncovering climate clues from whaling ship logbooks Caroline C. Ummenhofer1 and Timothy D. Walker1,2 1Department of Physical Oceanography, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods Hole, MA, USA; 2Department of History, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, MA, USA Bringing together oceanographer Dr. […]
Historian Talk: Military Aircraft Wrecks, Cape Cod
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesA New England Air Express passenger craft which crashed in the Bahamas, October, 1948. Historian Talk: Military Aircraft Wrecks, Cape Cod Tuesday, June 25th, 2024, at 4pm OVERVIEW Did you realize that in New England there are so many aircraft wrecks, both military and civilian, that on average there is one every 35 miles […]
Women’s History Guided Historical Walking Tour – Fridays
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesHistorical Walking Tours of the 2024 season The Women's History walking tour will be held on Fridays, June 28th, July 19th, August 9th, & Sept 6th at 10:30am, leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). Free! This walking tours delves into the less familiar history of Falmouth as […]
24th Annual Heritage Award Celebration
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesJune 29th, 2024 THE HERITAGE AWARD You're cordially invited to join us for a delightful British-themed soirée as we celebrate Michael McNaught and his remarkable contributions to our community at the 2024 Falmouth Historical Society’s Heritage Award Celebration on June 29th. Don your afternoon tea best and prepare for an evening filled with fun activities […]
Women’s History Historical Walking Tour – Fridays rotating
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesWomen’s History – 10:30am on July 12, 19, Aug 9, Sept 6, 20 This walking tours delves into the less familiar history of Falmouth as we introduce you to a […]
D-Day and Its Ties to Cape Cod
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesD-Day and Its Ties to Cape Cod by Joe Yunkna, Cape Cod Military Museum - July 31 at 2pm Learn about the capes' amazing connections to the most important day of the 20th century. Will will discuss the technical innovations developed here and employed in Normandy. There were many military units that trained on the Cape's […]
A Village of Discovery: The History and Diversity of Science in Woods Hole
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesA Village of Discovery: The History and Diversity of Science in Woods Hole Thursday, August 1st, at 4pm This lecture is done in collaboration with the Falmouth Historical Society and the Woods Hole Historical Museum. For many in Falmouth, Woods Hole is, well, somewhat mysterious. It often is a surprise to learn that there are […]
All that Jazz – Author Talk
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesALL THAT JAZZ: New York Times bestselling author Larry Tye will be in-conversation with Attorney Joy Rosenthal, executor of Count Basie's estate, on Tye's new book -- The Jazzmen: How Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong and Count Basie Transformed America -- with a special focus on the once rip-roaring jazz scene on Cape Cod. The Jazzmen zeros in on […]
Crafted by Community – Family Friendly Celebration of Local Talent
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesJoin us for a family friendly celebration of local talent! Mark your calendars for August 10th and help support our museum as well as local artists and artisans. This event is a unique opportunity to experience the true spirit of our community and support the Fix the Wicks Campaign. - Discover unique, handcrafted treasures created […]
A History of the Falmouth Road Race
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesCome hear bestselling author Paul Clerici on Wed., August 14, 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 […]
Harmonies by Candlelight – Musick’s Recreation
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesAll proceeds go to "Fix Wicks" * Dinner & a Show * Wicks House like you've Never Seen it Before! Musick's Recreation Historic homes like the Wicks House help us imagine what homelife for some people in early Massachusetts might have looked like, but what might it have sounded like? Find out at a performance of historical […]
The Railroad Comes to Falmouth
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe Railroad Comes to Falmouth Monday, Sept 9th, 2024, 4pm (rescheduled from July 18th) After the Civil War, the railroad extension to Falmouth and Woods Hole was completed in 1872, and had a great impact on Falmouth and Martha’s Vineyard. Large estates were built as tourists were attracted to the beaches and climate of the […]
The Hurricane of 1938: Memories of the Storm of the Century
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe Hurricane of 1938: Memories of the Storm of the Century Thursday, September 12, 2024, 4pm In September 1938, New England was hit by a devastating hurricane. There was no warning. No one was prepared. Cities were flooded with up to 20 feet of water, entire seaside communities were washed away, and hundreds of lives were […]
Falmouth Fall Fest
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesJoin us for Falmouth Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28, from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Falmouth Museums on the Green, 55 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA! Enjoy a day of family fun and educational adventures as you step back in time. Explore our scenic gardens, historic buildings, and engage with friendly guides who […]
ArtsFalmouth Jazz Stroll 2024
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesArtsFalmouth will host Jazz Stroll 2024 on Saturday, October 5, from 3 to 8 PM at various locations along Main Street, Palmer Ave, and Queen’s Buyway. The Jazz Stroll is rain or shine. If it’s hot, meander over to the cool jazz performances. If it’s cold, the hot jazz will warm you up!! All events […]
From Armenia to Falmouth: The Incredible Story of Moses Gulesian & How He Helped Save the USS Constitution
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesUSS Constitution, as it looked in 1905 with barracks constructed over the top deck. Detroit Publishing Co. photo. Library of Congress. From Armenia to Falmouth: The Incredible Story of Moses Gulesian & How He Helped Save the USS Constitution Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 4 pm In December 1905, Boston businessman and Falmouth resident Moses Gulesian […]
Sinners, Saints, and Silent Souls: A Special Halloween Burying Ground Walking Tour
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesSinners, Saints, and Silent Souls: A Special Halloween Burying Ground Walking Tour - all dates are SOLD OUT Friday, October 18 at 3 pm Friday, October 25 at 3 pm Saturday, October 26 at 3 pm As Halloween approaches, spirits come out of the shadows, eager to have their stories told. Now is the perfect […]
A Curated Afternoon at Historic 474 Davisville Road (Members Only)
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesA Curated Afternoon at Historic 474 Davisville Road (Members Only) Sunday, October 20th, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Join the Falmouth Historical Society for an exclusive, members-only event at the stunning 474 Davisville Road, a historic home currently on the market in the heart of Davisville Village. This French Second Empire Victorian property, dating back to […]
Wicked at Wicks: A Children’s Halloween Celebration at the Falmouth Museums on the Green
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesWicked at Wicks: A Children’s Halloween Celebration at the Falmouth Museums on the Green Friday, October 25th, 2024, 4-5:30pm - costume parade at 4:45pm - SOLD OUT 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 […]
Becoming Cape Cod: Creating a Seaside Resort
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesBecoming Cape Cod: Creating a Seaside Resort Jim O’Connell’s talk on “Becoming Cape Cod: The Creation of a Seaside Resort” is based on his book about the history of Cape Cod’s development as a vacation mecca. The presentation, which is illustrated with his collection of rare historic postcards, traces Cape Cod’s resort history from its […]
Falmouth Garden Club Holiday Market & Wreath Sale
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesDon't miss the FGC Wreath Sale & Holiday Market at Museums on the Green in the Hallet Barn. Dec 07, 2024, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM The Museum's Gift Shop will be open for shopping as well. We will also be offering docent lead house tours of our 1790 Wicks House. Falmouth, 55 Palmer Ave, […]
Member’s & Volunteer’s Appreciation Night Holiday Party
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesJoin us for a fun night in celebration of you - our members and volunteers! We will have a catered dinner from West Falmouth Market and drinks. Be sure to come mingle & jingle with us and shop in the Gift Shop too! Please pre-register so we know how many anticipate coming. Not a member […]
The Very Unmerry Christmas Tour
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe Very Unmerry Christmas Tour Monday, December 16th, 2024 at 3pm - SOLD OUT Merry Christmas? I do not think so! Join the Falmouth Historical Society’s Executive Director Rachel Lovett and Research Manager Meg Costello on an informative and comical journey to hear how New Englanders did not actually celebrate Christmas until the mid to […]
A HOUSE RESTORED – The Tragedies and Triumphs of Saving a New England Colonial
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesA 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 […]
Annual Members’ Meeting
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesSaturday, January 25th at 10:30am followed by a coffee hour Looking towards Spring and what's ahead, as well as a review of last year! Election of Board of Directors - New candidate is Tom Mountford. Only current members can vote at the meeting. Followed by refreshments and an opportunity to socialize. Introducing Tom Mountford as […]
Winter Walk: From Falmouth with Love
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesWinter Walk: From Falmouth with Love February 2nd & 16th at 3pm Discover love stories connected to Falmouth’s romantic past. This February discover love stories connected to Falmouth’s more amorous past in honor of Saint Valentine’s Day. The tour will explore diverse sets of couples whose love stories continue to inspire us today. Our winter […]
“We Love the Wicks” campaign!
This February, join us in celebrating our love for the historic Dr. Francis Wicks House with our "We Love the Wicks" campaign! As part of our ongoing Fix the Wicks initiative, we're raising awareness and funds to preserve this treasured landmark for generations to come. Show your heart for history by making a donation or pledging your support today. Every contribution helps […]
Made at the Museum: Magnificent Maritime
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesUpdate: *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 StatesDiscover 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 StatesYou 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 StatesMarch 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 StatesWaquoit 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 StatesSOLD 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 StatesHop 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 […]
Scandals, Crimes, and Disasters Walking Tour
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesScandals walking tour on Friday, April 25th & Saturday, May 10th, at 5:30pm leaving from the Hallett Barn Visitors Center (please arrive 15 minutes ahead of time). Please register in advance, limited capacity. Are there ever any “things that are best forgotten?” Perhaps, but we believe that revisiting past scandals can remind us that history […]
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 StatesYou 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 StatesLanterns & 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 StatesBombardment 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 StatesNyes & 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 StatesWe 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 StatesMuseums 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 […]
Old Burying Ground: Grave Undertakings – Cemetery Walking Tour – Fridays
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesHistorical Walking Tours of the 2025 season The Cemetery Walking Tour will be held on Fridays at 5:30pm, note the meeting location below - June 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Old Burying Ground: Grave Undertakings* 5:30pm From the most respected minister to the lowliest outcast, everyone in Falmouth ended up here eventually. See their markers and […]
Slavery and Abolitionism on Cape Cod
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesSlavery and Abolitionism on Cape Cod, June 11, 2025 at 4pm From the era of the Puritans right through to the end of the Revolutionary War, Boston was a central hub for the slave trade. Slaves were brought on board ships from the African coast with regularity, often mastered by Cape Cod Sea captains. The […]
26th Annual Katharine Lee Bates Poetry Fest
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesMuseums 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, […]
Tour the Gardens at the Museums on the Green this Summer
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Cape Dreams – A Season with the Brewster Whitecaps – Author Talk
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesCape 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 […]
America 250 Symposium Cape & Islands in the Revolution
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesAmerica 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 […]
July with Jane: A Jane Austen Tea & Tour
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesJuly with Jane: A Jane Austen Tea & Tour Calling all lovers of Jane Austen, Bridgerton, and Patrick O’Brian novels! 2025 marks the 250th Anniversary of Jane Austen's birth back in 1775. At first glance, nineteenth century Falmouth would seem totally unlike the genteel English society portrayed by Jane Austen. Here on Cape Cod, rugged […]
25th Annual Heritage Award Celebration at Museums on the Green
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesFalmouth Historical Society’s 2025 Heritage Award Celebration Honoring Jim Lloyd Thursday, August 7th | 5:30–7:00 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 […]
Falmouth’s Whaling Heritage
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesIn 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 […]
Wicked at Wicks: A Children’s Halloween Celebration
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesSave the date - more details coming soon!
The Remarkable History of Penikese Island
Museums on the Green 55-65 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA, United StatesThe 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 […]
