Events & Lectures
Discover engaging events, hands-on workshops, and inspiring lectures—all year long at the Museum
Resin Wave Coasters with Bella
In this workshop you will create a set of four resin wave tile coasters and a few sea life magnets!
LENORE SKOMAL - BOOK SIGNING & TALK ON IDA LEWIS
Listen to renowned author and playwright discuss the life of Ida Lewis, Cape Cod Lightkeeper. Purchase a signed copy of her book!
History on Tap - Bad Martha Brewing Company
This series is designed for adults and families to interact with history, enjoy some nibbles, and enjoy beer tastings from local breweries on the museum's waterfront back patio.
Resin Wave Shell Dish with Bella
In this workshop, you will learn how to create a set of 4 shell trinket dishes that dual as being both functional and beautiful.
History on Tap - Cape Cod Beer
This series is designed for adults and families to interact with history, enjoy some nibbles, and enjoy beer tastings from local breweries on the museum's waterfront back patio.
History on Tap - Devil’s Purse Brewing
This series is designed for adults and families to interact with history, enjoy some nibbles, and enjoy beer tastings from local breweries on the museum's waterfront back patio.
Humans and the Global Ocean
Ryan O’Connor, PhD candidate at Stanford University, speaks about the connections between humans and the global ocean are endlessly complex, and they are rapidly changing.
*CANCELLED* Wave Resin Art with Bella
In this workshop, you will learn how to create an ocean resin cutting board that duals as being both functional and beautiful.
"On the Road to the Mayflower" with Karen Rinaldo and Kevin Doyle
Karen Rinaldo and Kevin Doyle will return to CCMM to present an illustrated talk about the maritime world of Holland in 1600.
Lecture & Book Signing - Michael Pregot, "Sea Captains of Cape Cod"
Michael Pregot, local author of "Sea Captains of Cape Cod", presents a lecture, exploring the connection that each Cape Cod town has to the sea as demonstrated through its seafaring residents.
Rowing Rendezvous
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED! New date May 21st. Here's your chance to try rowing a number of New England traditional small boats! The boats will be available for short rows, and assistance will be available for beginners!
Beachcombing with Gil Newton
Join us to learn about the marine plants and animals you can find along the Cape shoreline—mollusks, crabs, horseshoe crabs, sponges, seaweeds, and more!
*CANCELED* Gyotaku and Sips! May 10
The Japanese art of making prints from fish is back! Enjoy sipping wine, sake, and soda as you print and play.
Shorebirds DAY AT CCMM ON Monday, May 8!
In May, museums around the Cape will be free to visitors on Mondays! Visit us on the 8th at NO CHARGE and enjoy special interactive exhibits and programming.
Cape Cod: The Cradle of the Invasion
Eighty years ago, Cape Cod became the center for invasion training for the U.S. Army. Join us to hear about this little-known chapter in the history of World War II from Joe Yukna of the Cape Cod Military Museum.
Shell and Resin Art Workshop
We are happy to welcome back Robin Pierson, Cape Cod’s "original decorative window and mirror artist!” Robin will share her experience so you can create your own 8 x 10 seascape artwork.
The Exciting World of Ice Yachting
Join us for this talk by Deb Whitehorse, who grew up above her father’s iceboat shop in Monona, Wisconsin.
Reading the Glass: A Captain’s View of Weather, Water and Life on Ships
Join us as a career tall ship captain speaks on the inseparable connection between ships and weather.
Always Ready: Military Women on the Cape and Chatham's Top Secret WWII Coast Guard Station
Join CCMM curator Emily Sullivan to learn more about World War II pioneering women, including the members of the first all-female-run Coast Guard station in Chatham.
Duck Decoys
Duck decoys are both functional and artistic items. Join us for this free-wheeling online discussion of Paul Phillips’ craft.
The Latest in White Shark Research
White sharks are apex predators that play a critical role in maintaining a healthy and balanced marine ecosystem.
Beachcomber’s Blessings Necklace or Wall Art
Ever wanted to work with polymer clay, but didn’t know where to start?
Problems with Marine Plastics
It’s estimated that there are about 270 million tons of plastic currently in the ocean. Join us to learn more about what you can do to help!
Gyotaku and Sips! - FULL
The Japanese art of making prints from fish is back! Enjoy sipping wine, sake, and soda as you print and play.
The Pendleton Rescue
Join us for a free online lecture on the Pendleton Rescue with boat enthusiast and racer Bob Reilly!
Watch Past Lectures
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Humans and the Global Ocean with Ryan O’Connor
Cape Cod: The Cradle of Invasion with Joe Yukna of the Cape Cod Military Museum
The Exciting World of Ice Yachting with Deb Whitehorse and Henry Bosset
Always Ready: Military Women on the Cape and Chatham's Top Secret WWII Coast Guard Station
Duck Decoys, with Paul Phillips of Harwich Historical Society
The Latest in White Shark Research with Maddie Poirier from Atlantic White Shark Conservancy
The Problems with Marine Plastics with Jesse Mechling of Center for Coastal Studies
The Pendleton Rescue, with Bob Reilly
All About ALVIN, with Ken Kostel of WHOI
Cephalopods: Amazing Brains and Morphing Skin, with Dr. Roger Hanlon
The 12 Sea Creatures of Christmas!, with Meghan Reilly, CCMM Youth Programs Director
PT Boats in the Pacific and PT 109, with Elizabeth York, CCMM Executive Director
The History, Mysteries, and Myths of Nantucket Lightship Baskets, with Jack Fritsch
Winslow Lewis and the US Lighthouse Establishment by Emily Sullivan, CCMM Curator
Restoring the Charles River Watershed with Hartman Deetz, Charles River Watershed Association
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Winslow Lewis and the US Lighthouse Establishment by Emily Sullivan, CCMM Curator
The Portland Gale by Don Wilding
River Herring: Bringing the Ocean to New England’s Freshwater, by Abigail Archer
Cape Cod’s Marine Food Webs, by Agnes Mittermayr
Sea Turtle Rescue, with Bob Prescott of Mass Audubon
The Golden Age of Steamboat Travel in New England by Elizabeth York
Sailing to Freedom: Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad, with Dr. Timothy Walker
Wampum Belts and the Law of the Land, with Hartman Deetz (Mashpee Wampanoag)
Cape Cod and the Slave Trade, with Dr. Meadow Dibble of the Atlantic Black Box
Leading in Uncharted Waters, with Vice Admiral Sandra Stosz, USCG (Ret.)
Shorebirds on Cape Cod, with Mark Faherty of Mass Audubon
The Ecology of Horseshoe Crabs Around Cape Cod, with Sarah O’Toole
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All About Seals by Brian Sharp
Global Winds and the History of Exploration by Captain Elliot Rappaport
Sharks: Awareness Inspires Conservation, by Kristen Kibblehouse
Tiggie's Fishing Lore Sets the Hook with Sandy McFarlane
Climate Change and Cape Cod with Andrew Gottlieb
Lighthouses of Nantucket Sound, by Jeremy D’Entremont
Wild, Unclaimed Beauty by Barry Beder
Beachcombing by Gilbert Newton
Sea Lions and Submersibles by Dr. Frank Fish
Sea Shanties 101 by Coco Raymond
In the Wake of the Mayflower by Karen Rinaldo and Kevin Doyle
The Wooden Boat Museum of Newfoundland and Labrador
Shipwrecks of Cape Cod: The Triumph and Tragedy by Don Wilding
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