Thursday, September 15 at 7:00 pm ~ Yarmouth Historical Society and Royal River Conservation Trust are pleased to present a free film screening of No Impact Man on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 7:00 pm. This 2008 documentary follows New Yorker Colin Beavan as he and his family attempt to live for one year with as little environmental impact as possible. The film … [Read more...]
Historic House Tour
September 17, 2016 from 10:00-3:00 ~Our popular Historic House Tour returns this year on September 17. Plan to spend the day exploring one of Yarmouth's beautiful historic neighborhoods. This year's self-guided walking tour will focus on Yarmouth's first subdivision: the Richmond Cutter-Zadoc Humphrey neighborhood. This area of town was divided in 1847 in anticipation of the … [Read more...]
Postcards from Yarmouth
Be sure to stop by the History Center this month to view a special selection of our favorite postcards from the collection. Enjoy looking at scenes from Yarmouth's past and read the messages that travelers and residents sent back to friends and family. The postcards will be on view through the end of July. … [Read more...]
Come Dancing!
Curious about English Country Dancing? Come try it out this summer! We're partnering with 317 Main Community Music Center to offer two English Country Dances with live music and expert instruction on July 20 and August 24. Beginners are welcome and partners are not necessary. Both sessions will run from 6:30-9:00 pm at First Parish Congregational Church (116 Main Street, … [Read more...]
Opening Reception
Thursday, July 7 from 5:30-7:00 pm ~ Join us in the Stonewall Gallery to celebrate the opening of "A Summer in Maine: New Paintings by Abigail Gray Swartz." From fresh vegetables at the farmers' market to sun-drenched days at the beach, Swartz's paintings evoke the pleasures of a Maine summer. Wine, cheese, and light refreshments will be served at this free opening reception. … [Read more...]
