Yarmouth Historical Society and Merrill Memorial Library are teaming up for a new twist on an old program. MML’s regular book discussion group, the Readers Circle, will hold occasional meetings at the History Center to discuss books with historical subjects. Old and new readers are always welcome. When: Thursday, February 7, 7:00 p.m. Where: Yarmouth History Center, 118 … [Read more...]
Digital Photography Workshop
Tuesday, February 5 at 7:00 pm ~ Yarmouth History Center is pleased to host a digital photography workshop with local photographer Mike Leonard on Tuesday, February 5 at 7:00 pm. This interactive class will offer tips to photographers of all levels, including those using their phone cameras, to help them improve their work. Leonard will cover topics like white balance, … [Read more...]
Free film: Jane
Thursday, January 17 at 7:00 pm ~ Yarmouth Historical Society and Royal River Conservation Trust are pleased to present a free film screening of Jane on Thursday, January 17 at 7:00 pm. This 2017 documentary delves into the life and work of Jane Goodall, drawing on extensive never-before-seen footage from the archives of National Geographic. It will be shown at the Yarmouth … [Read more...]
Free film: The Barkley Marathons
Thursday, November 15 at 7:00 pm ~ Yarmouth Historical Society and Royal River Conservation Trust are pleased to present a free film screening of The Barkley Marathons on Thursday, November 15 at 7:00 pm. This quirky, award-winning 2015 documentary profiles the unusual Barkley Marathon in Tennessee, a race based on a failed prison escape that has seen only 10 finishers in its … [Read more...]
Tonya and Ray Shevenell: “The Home Road”
Tuesday, November 13 at 7:00 pm ~ Join Yarmouth Historical Society at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 13 as we welcome filmmakers Tonya Shevenell and Ray Shevenell to our ongoing Lecture Series. The Shevenells will present their recent documentary, The Home Road, and answer audience questions about the background and making of the film. The Home Road tells the story of … [Read more...]