Yarmouth is turning 175 years old on August 20, 2024! Did you know that Yarmouth used to be part of North Yarmouth? Citizens of the two towns voted to split in the summer of 1849 and the act incorporating Yarmouth as an independent town took effect on August 20, 1849. Read more about the split of the towns here. Come celebrate this historic event with us at the Old … [Read more...]
New video: Yarmouth 1955-1962
Thanks to Yarmouth Municipal Television, the recording of this wonderful program is now available to view online. Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00~Join us at the History Center at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, May 4 to learn more about Yarmouth during the years 1955-1962, a pivotal era for the town. These years brought a new public high school, the bridge to Cousins Island, and the … [Read more...]
Meetinghouse Open this Summer
Have you ever wanted to take a peek inside Yarmouth's historic Old Meetinghouse at 25 Hillside Street? You'll have a chance this summer! We are hosting open afternoons at the Meetinghouse on June 15, June 27, July 13, July 25, August 7, and August 24, all from 1:00-3:00pm. Stop by to chat with a docent about the history of this beautifully preserved landmark … [Read more...]
Free Reading, 4/30
This event has been rescheduled to Tuesday, April 30 at 4:00 . Please join us at Yarmouth History Center for a free public reading and presentation on Tuesday, April 30 at 4:00 as participants in our spring writing workshop share their work. This 5-week workshop, led by local author Steve Langan, guided participants in exploring their personal history through the lens … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting and Lecture
Wednesday, October 18 at 7:00 pm ~ Join us at Yarmouth History Center for our Annual Meeting and Lecture on October 18 at 7:00 pm. We will begin the evening with a brief business meeting for members to elect new and renewing board members. Following the business meeting, Executive Director Katie Worthing will speak about our newest collections acquisition, a wonderful 1844 … [Read more...]
