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...]
Celebrate our Royal River
Saturday, May 21 from 9:30 am-2:00 pm at Royal River Park in Yarmouth ~ Celebrate the health and well-being of the Royal River with a full day of free riverside activities, ranging from fishing lessons, canoeing, music, walking tours, and Native American stories and songs. Learn about the health of the river and its fish populations and hear about the ways local organizations … [Read more...]
