SATURDAY, MAY 22

14th Annual Cape Cod Maritime History Symposium
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 869 Main Street, Route 6A, Brewster
Interesting lectures on topics in maritime history and exhibits. Lunch included with admission.
Cost: $20
Information: Pre-registration is required! 508-896-3867, info@ccmnh.org, www.ccmnh.org

Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center Tour
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center, Ed Moffitt Drive in Sandwich
The Corps works to ensure safe movement of vessels through the Canal. Join a Park Ranger to discover how the waterway is made safe for navigation. View real-time radar, camera and computer images of the Canal that are transmitted live from the Central Marine Traffic Control System. ½ hour.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-833-9678, www.capecodcanal.us

Celebration of the Sea Concert
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Falmouth Academy, 7 Highfield Drive, Falmouth
Cost: Free
Presented by the acclaimed Revels Repertory Company of Cambridge. A concert performance featuring music, song & dance of the 18th and 19th century, telling the story of the whaling era n Massachusetts. Co-sponsored by the Falmouth Historical Society and the “What’s Falmouth Reading” Committee.
Information: 508-457-2555, ext. 2930, www.FalmouthPublicLibrary.org 

Chatham Maritime Festival
Time: Noon to 7 p.m.
Location: Chatham Community Center
Cost: Free
Highlights of the festival include food vendors, music, raw bars, kidsʼ activities, Fishermen Olympics, craft vendors, bands, contests, prizes and more!
Information: 508-274-2092. www.womenoffishingfamilies.org or http://chathammaritimefestival.org

Harbor Your Arts Artist Shanties
Location: Pearl Street, Hyannis and Bismore Park, Ocean Street, Hyannis
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Unique harborfront location for artists to create and sell their work. Visit individual artists whose work is as unique as the artists themselves. Painting, photography, ceramics, jewelry and so much more!
Cost: Free
Information: www.harboryourarts.com

Historic Sarah sails and charters
Location: Cape Cod Maritime Museum,135 South St, Hyannis
Go back in time and book a sail on our museum built 1886 Crosby catboat replica Sarah!
Cost: Charters are 1 ½ hour $150; 3 hours $250 (6-person maximum) Scheduled Sails are $25 per adult 18 and over; $10 per child
Information: www.capecodmaritimemuseum.org, 508-775-1723

Kayak the Waterways of the Lower Cape
Time: 7 to 9:30 a.m.
Location: Sunrise on Nauset Marsh, Eastham
Explore the maritime past by paddling Cape Cod’s storied coastal waterways with local science teacher and longtime kayak guide, Dick Hilmer. Kayak instruction is included during these natural history tours. Paddle through sheltered creeks, into bays and marshes, and towards islands rich in cultural history. No experience is necessary. Perfect for novice or experienced paddlers. All equipment is provided including kayak, paddle, lifejacket and instruction – just bring a smile and a bottle of water, and $30 per person.
Information: Due to space limitations, reservations are required. Please call 508-240-1211 or email dhilmer@explorecapecod.com. You will receive directions upon making your reservations.

Line Splicing Class
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Cape Cod Maritime Museum,135 South St, Hyannis
Learn the basics of line splicing. In this course you will learn to make an eye splice in 3 strand line, splice two lines together as well as whipping. One-day course. Please bring with you a 3- strand rope, 3/8” or 1/2”, 10-15 ft long.
Cost: $25 ($20 for members)
Information: www.capecodmaritimemuseum.org, 508-775-1723

Tours of the Captain Bangs Hallet House
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Captain Bangs Hallet House, 11 Strawberry Lane, Yarmouth Port
Docented tours of the entire captain’s house, as well as the Maritime Room in celebration of Cape Cod Maritime Days.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-362-3021, www.hsoy.org 

Waters of Cape Cod Exhibition
Event date: May 1-31
Time: Open during museum hours
Location: Cape Cod Museum of Art, Route 6A, Dennis
An art exhibition of paintings by Cape Cod artists, featuring Ted Kennedy’s painting of Mya and various paintings from the museum collection with maritime themes.
Cost: Museum admission
Information: 508-385-4477, www.ccmoa.org 


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Sponsored by the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Cape Cod Commission and Arts Foundation of Cape Cod.