Historical Society of Old Yarmouth, Calendar of Events for 2003

The Gorham Cobbler Shop (next to the Yarmouth Port Post Office) is open 9:30 AM-3:00 PM
on Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout the year for research and book purchases (508-362-3021).)

Cape Cod History From the Pilgrims to the 20th Century
Six Wednesdays, January 9th to February 13th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm	Topics include Early History, Coming of the Pilgrims; Indians and Shorewhaling; Post Civil War - Rise of Tourism; 20th Century; saltworks, cranberries, manufacturing and architecture. These sessions are co-sponsored by Dennis-Yarmouth Adult Education and the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth. Registration is at D-Y Administration Building, Adult Education Office, Station Ave. South Yarmouth, telephone 508 398-7620. Classes are held at D-Y High School, Station Ave. South Yarmouth. A one-time fee of $10 will be charged for all six classes - to defray the cost of materials.
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Salon at the Captain Bangs Hallet House
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Sunday, February 10, 3:00 pm	I“Women at Sea”. Costumed dramatizations of true stories about women who went to sea with their husbands. We have heard tales of captains who sailed the ocean in search of whales or sailed clipper ships during the China trade. Now come and hear the women’s side of the story. Wine and refreshments following the performance. Come and bring your Valentine! Admission $25, limited seating, so reserve early at HSOY, 508-362-3021.
Giant Yard Sale

Saturday, April 5th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm	The annual “Giant Yard Sale” of the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth (HSOY) will be held on Saturday, April 5th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Yarmouth Senior Center, Forest Road, South Yarmouth. Many intriguing bargains are available (maybe an antique or two) in the event to benefit the research and preservation efforts of HSOY. If you want to participate in the yard sale, you may donate your “treasures” in good condition or rent your own six foot table for $35.00. Receipts from all items sold at your table are yours to keep … no commissions are required. For information and to make table reservations call 508 362-3405.

Spring Trail Walk

Saturday, May 3rd, 10:00 am	Visit the 50 acre nature trails owned by HSOY. The walk will be led by Ian Ives, Naturalist, Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary. FREE.

Maritime Room Exhibit

Saturday and Sunday, May 17 and 18th, 1:00-4:00 pm	Maritime Room Exhibit at the Bangs Hallet House. An event as part of Cape Cod Maritime Month. Free admission.

Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum opens for the season
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Sunday, June 8th, 1:00 pm	Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum opens for the season showcasing the new gentleman’s study and the refurbished larger dining room. The only fully furnished Sea Captain’s home open to the public on Cape Cod, has eight rooms on display at 11 Strawberry Lane, overlooking the village common on Rt. 6A, Yarmouth Port. Maritime exhibits as well as antique furniture, costumes, artwork and Chinese export porcelain provide an intimate glance into 19th century family life. An eighteenth century cellar kitchen features an extensive collection of early cooking, lighting and household items. Guided tours at 1, 2 & 3 pm Thursdays through Sundays until September 21st. (See Sept. 22nd Costume Exhibit.) . For more information: 508 362-3021. Admission: $3.00 adults, 50 cents children. Yarmouth residents free. Groups welcome by special arrangement. .
Architectural Walking Tour of Yarmouth Port’s “Captain’s Mile”

Wednesday, June 11th, 1:00 pm	Architectural Walking Tour of Yarmouth Port’s “Captain’s Mile” houses – Led by Sara Jane Porter, the tour starts at the Captain Bangs Hallet House on Strawberry Lane and lasts approximately 1¼ hours. Limit: 25 participants. Tickets $5, $3 for HSOY members. Reservations: HSOY at 508-362-3021. Rain Date June 12th.
HSOY 55th anniversary celebration

Sunday, June 22nd, 6:00 pm	A membership event, details to be announced.
HSOY Picnic
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Friday, July 4th, 11:30 - 2:00 pm	Annual HSOY picnic for members, family and friends in the Meadow at Kelley Chapel. Hot dogs, cole slaw, baked beans and dessert. Come in patriotic colors.
Sea Captains House Tour

Saturday, July 19th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm	Ten sea captains’ houses on Old Kings Highway will be open to participants, with costumed docents explaining the historic significance of each building. All of these historic homes are privately owned. During the tour, light refreshments will be served on the lawn at the Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum. Tickets may be purchased at the Gorham Cobbler Shop on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 am to 3:00 pm and from Puritan Clothing Store in Hyannis and the Yarmouth Port Library on Route 6A. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 the day of the tour. For information phone the Historical Society at 508-362-3021 or go to the website www.hsoy.org.
Walking Tour of South Yarmouth

Saturday, August 16th, 1:00 pm	Walking Tour of South Yarmouth - HSOY member Nancy Lancaster leads an historic walking tour of South Yarmouth and the Bass River. The tour will start at the South Yarmouth Library parking lot at 1:00 pm. and will last approximately 1½ hours. Limit 25 participants. Tickets: $5, $3 for HSOY members. For reservations, phone the Historical Society at 508.362.3021. Rain date August 17th.
HSOY Annual Meeting
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Thursday, September 25th, 5:00 PM	At the Old Yarmouth Inn. More details to follow.
“All Around the Common” Open House
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Sunday, September 14th, 1.00 - 4:00 pm	Captain Bangs Hallet House, Yarmouth New Church, Winslow Crocker House and the Edward Gorey House, all overlooking the Yarmouth Port Village Common, Route 6A and Strawberry Lane, will be open free of charge. This annual event features special activities at each of the historic buildings. Admission free. For more information: 508 362-3021.
Historic Costume Exhibit

Monday, September 22nd to Sunday, October 5th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm daily	Costumes and accessories from 1825 to 1925 will be displayed at the Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum, 11 Strawberry Lane, overlooking the village common in Yarmouth Port. Daily lectures and demonstrations at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Admission is $10. Textile Specialist Anne Grammer will take participants through 100 years of American life by investigating the interplay between societal change and fashion particularly as reflected in nineteenth century undergarments. Reservations are required for the lectures, phone 508-362-3021. Information and tickets are available from the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth, Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Gorham Cobbler Shop from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Information is also on the web site www.hsoy.org.
Fall Trail Walk
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Sunday, October 12th, 10:00 am	As winter approaches, admire the Nature Trails one more time. The walk will be led by Ian Ives, Naturalist, Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary. FREE
An Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service
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Sunday, November 23rd, 3:00 pm	This traditional service is offered in the historic Kelley Chapel, a small church nestled in a secluded meadow behind the Yarmouth Port Post Office, Route 6A.. Sit in the Quaker pews in front of a potbellied wood stove and enjoy traditional hymns on the old pump organ. Admission free. For more information: 508 362-3021.
Yarmouth Port Christmas Stroll
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Sunday, December 7th, 1:00 - 4:00 pm	in the village of Yarmouth Port, along Route 6A. Visit the museums, bed and breakfasts, inns and businesses as they welcome you with holiday decorations, lots of treats, and music of the season. There are wagon rides, Santa and petting farm, too! Ample parking is available at several sites. Festivities end with a tree lighting and caroling on the Yarmouth Port Village Common at 4:15 pm. Admission free. For more information: 508 362-3021.
HSOY New Member Tea

Tuesday, December 9th, 4:00-6:00 pm	Welcoming members who have joined the Historical Society this year.