Presidents’ Day
Monday, February 15, 2-4 p.m. |
Music of America
Celebrate Presidents’ Day with some spirited music from America’s past featuring a piano and vocal duet, tours of museum exhibits, and hands-on activities for kids. Admission. |
| Sunday, March 14, 2 p.m. |
Maritime Antiques
Discover the world of marine antiques with Brad Finch, owner of Spyglass Antiques in Brewster. Includes appraisal time; limit three items per person. Admission.
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| Sunday, April 11, 2 p.m. |
“From Bodypaint to Bustles”
Explore the history of clothing, in this fascinating talk about costuming from early days to modern times. Includes tour of the Society’s new 1920s costume exhibit. Admission.
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| Sunday, May 16, 2 p.m. |
“Master of the Sweet Trade”
The story of pirate Sam Bellamy and the famous pirate ship Whydah are the subject of this talk and book signing by local author Elizabeth Moisan, celebrating Cape Cod’s annual Maritime Heritage Month. Admission. |
Thursday afternoons mid-June through mid-September
3-6 p.m |
Farmers' Market
Locally grown produce for sale. Museum & gift shop open. |
| Sunday, June 20, 2-4 p.m. |
Maritime Highways of Cape Cod – Harwich & the Coastal Shipping Trade.
Museum exhibits open for season with a talk on the Cape’s coastal shipping industry, tours of museum exhibits, sea chanteys by Just Plain Folk, and refreshments. Free. |
Saturday, July 10
6-9 p.m.
Raindate of July 11 |
Picnic in the Park, A Little Bit of Tanglewood in Harwich
Enjoy the music of local bands while eating your picnic dinner on the grounds of the museum. Silent auction. Admission. |
Saturday, July 10,
2 p.m. |
Walking Tours of Harwich Center
Costumed Guides tell the stories and point out the sights of this historic village on a one-hour walking tour. Includes admission to museum exhibits. Admission. |
Sunday, July 18,
2 p.m. |
Rails to Harwich and Beyond
The lower Cape railroads in the early 20th century by a member of the Nauset Model Railroad Club. Admission. |
Monday, July 26,
9 a.m. to Noon |
Kids Go To Sea
Hands-on workshop as kids explore what shipboard life was like for children in the age of sail. Period crafts, games, costumes, music
and sea-lore. Fee. |
| Saturday, August 7, 2 p.m. |
Walking Tours of Harwich Center
Costumed Guides tell the stories and point out the sights of this historic village on a one-hour walking tour. Includes admission to museum exhibits. Admission. |
| Saturday, August 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. |
Village Crafters
Juried craft show by local artisans offers unique gifts and accessories. |
| Saturday, August 14, |
Exploring the 1st Congregational Church Cemetery –
CANCELLED |
| Sunday, August 22, Noon |
Harvest Pie Sale
All homemade, all delicious. |
Saturday,
September 11,
2 p.m. |
Walking Tours of Harwich Center
Costumed Guides tell the stories and point out the sights of this historic village on a one-hour walking tour. Includes admission to museum exhibits. Admission. |
Saturday,
September 25,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
Hometown Treasures
Rent space to sell your crafts or treasures. |
Sunday,
September 26,
2 p.m.
Brooks Free Library |
Fatal Forecast
Best-selling author Michael Tougias discusses his new book Fatal Forecast, An Incredible True Tale of Disaster and Survival at Sea, highlighting the dangers of life at sea, both past and present. Funded by a grant from the Harwich Cultural Council. Free. |
Saturday, October 9,
2 p.m. |
Walking Tours of Harwich Center
Costumed Guides tell the stories and point out the sights of this historic village on a one-hour walking tour. Includes admission to museum exhibits. Admission. |
| Friday, Oct. 22, Dusk. |
Graveyard Tours
Meet the residents of Harwich past on this tour of the First Congregational Church Cemetery. Sponsored with the Cemetery Commission. Admission. |
| Saturday, December 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
Christmas in the Harwiches
Tours of museum, with refreshments. Sponsored with the Chamber of Commerce. |
