Falmouth Museums on the Green

Falmouth Museums on the Green (Falmouth Historical Society) is thrilled to announce we are now offering Free admission to our regular tours, thanks to the generous support of the Highland Street Foundation, making our rich history accessible to everyone.

The mission of the Falmouth Historical Society, through the Museums on the Green, is to provide educational programs and to preserve, share and celebrate the history and culture of the Cape Cod town of Falmouth.

Museums will be Open May 24th to October 18th, 2024. The museum, the oldest historical society on Cape Cod, founded in 1900, is open Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 10 am to 2 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. Tours of the Dr. Francis Wicks House are available on the hour, with the last tour starting one hour before closing. Walking tours are scheduled at 10:30 am on Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, with a rotating schedule on Fridays, including the popular Old Burying Ground tour at 5:30 pm on select Fridays.

Guided Tours-Dr. Francis Wicks House (c. 1790). See what life was like for a successful physician living in this Federalist-era home. Conant House (c. 1730).  View our “Falmouth: Changing with the Times” exhibit. Hallett Barn Visitor Center. Our restored barn features a welcome video, rotating exhibit and the Whaling Waves Gift Shop. Cultural Center.
The Museum’s office is open year round Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm.

Year-Round Events: Attend one of our historical talks or events. For Upcoming Events Click Here.

Rentals of the Cultural Center and Grounds – The building is heated, air-conditioned and handicap-accessible with a fully equipped kitchen. Our venue is perfect for small to mid-sized functions. For larger events, you can include the use of the grounds, which have ample room for a tent.  Our gardens provide a beautiful backdrop for weddings, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries and other special events. Your guests will enjoy wandering through our many gardens, which are lovingly maintained by the Falmouth Garden Club.
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