Events & Lectures

Discover engaging events, hands-on workshops, and inspiring lectures—all year long at the Museum

Free Admission Day
Feb
20

Free Admission Day

Thanks to the generosity of the Highland Street Foundation’s Winter Camp program, we are able to open the museum to all visitors free of charge on Friday, February 20th 2026. This is a great chance to stop in and see the museum, especially if it’s your first time!

Winter Camp provides free opportunities for children and families during February school vacation. They offer a wide range of activities across Massachusetts, including free admission to museums, ice skating, and more.

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HISTORY ON TAP: WOMEN PIRATES!
Mar
12

HISTORY ON TAP: WOMEN PIRATES!

Were there women pirates? Absolutely! Join Jessica Sheppard to uncover the fierce women who defied gender norms and took to the sea - across cultures and centuries. Discover who they were, why their stories were hidden, and what drove them to become pirates.

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HISTORY ON TAP: SOLO CHASING MY DREAM
Mar
23

HISTORY ON TAP: SOLO CHASING MY DREAM

One woman. One boat. One lifelong dream. Through striking images and an honest, deeply personal story, Sigrid Greven takes you on a solo sailing journey around the world: exploring fear, freedom, resilience, and what it truly means to chase a dream.

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HISTORY ON TAP: MEDITATIONS ON NOAH’S ARK: A LONG-TIME TEACHER OF ANCIENT HISTORY AND AN ANCIENT MARINER HIMSELF TAKES A LOOK
Apr
23

HISTORY ON TAP: MEDITATIONS ON NOAH’S ARK: A LONG-TIME TEACHER OF ANCIENT HISTORY AND AN ANCIENT MARINER HIMSELF TAKES A LOOK

How did the story of Noah’s Ark endure for thousands of years—and what real-world experiences may have shaped it? Join Larry Brown as he explores ancient flood traditions, early civilizations, and remarkable feats of engineering behind this powerful narrative. Discover how faith, history, and human memory come together in one of the world’s most enduring stories.

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HISTORY ON TAP: SHELLS OF EVERYDAY WORLD
Jan
22

HISTORY ON TAP: SHELLS OF EVERYDAY WORLD

What can shellfish teach us about the world, and ourselves? Join Sandy Macfarlane, retired Shellfish Biologist and Conservation Administrator for Orleans, as she explores the shells around us -big, small, colorful, or drab - and the surprising stories they reveal.

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HISTORY ON TAP: CRANBERRIES
Nov
6

HISTORY ON TAP: CRANBERRIES

Step into the world of Cape Cod cranberries with Leo and Andrea Cakounes for a behind-the-bog look at this iconic crop. From harvest to history, discover how one small fruit left a big mark on the region.

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