Eastham Historical Society

Eastham Historical Society Our vision is to create a place where Eastham History Comes to Life It contains many historical memories and sites.

Since 1963, the Eastham Historical Society has been committed to conserving Eastham's past for Eastham's future by preserving, sharing and partnering with our community. Eastham has over 400 years of modern history beginning with visits by European Explorers in early 1600.

Step back to 1926 on the Eastham dunes and meet Henry Breston, author of The Outermost House, as portrayed by John D. An...
09/01/2026

Step back to 1926 on the Eastham dunes and meet Henry Breston, author of The Outermost House, as portrayed by John D. Anderson. Donations support our museums and events.

What did Thoreau really think of Cape Cod? PTown Indie reporter Parker Mumford has the scoop.
08/28/2026

What did Thoreau really think of Cape Cod? PTown Indie reporter Parker Mumford has the scoop.

Our thanks to VR's for hosting a restaurant night. See you there. September 21.
08/28/2026

Our thanks to VR's for hosting a restaurant night. See you there. September 21.

08/27/2026

Don’t miss the stories about our lighthouses. Tonight 7PM at the Schoolhouse Museum.

It's back to school time! Our 1869 Schoolhouse Museum is open Saturdays 11-2, September-November. In August, Wed-Sat 11...
08/22/2026

It's back to school time! Our 1869 Schoolhouse Museum is open Saturdays 11-2, September-November. In August, Wed-Sat 11-2. Bring your cute children for old-fashioned, dress-up fun.

Our Swift-Daley complex hosted members of EPRTA for a special tour on Tuesday. We’re open 10-1 Wednesday-Saturday in Au...
08/20/2026

Our Swift-Daley complex hosted members of EPRTA for a special tour on Tuesday. We’re open 10-1 Wednesday-Saturday in August and Saturdays September-November. Tool-Time every Tuesday 4-6.

Learn about the families, politics and preservation of our iconic Eastham and Cape lighthouses on August 27. Great stor...
08/18/2026

Learn about the families, politics and preservation of our iconic Eastham and Cape lighthouses on August 27. Great stories!

Meet Henry Beston. Reserve a space if you choose to make a donation to benefit our museums. Email easthamehs@gmail.com ...
08/17/2026

Meet Henry Beston. Reserve a space if you choose to make a donation to benefit our museums. Email [email protected] to reserve and donate. A $20 donation is appreciated. We'll take you back to 1926 on the Eastham dunes and the Outermost House.

Don't miss the Eastham connection to Watergate with Jack Clarke on August 20. He was there when the plot was hatched.
08/15/2026

Don't miss the Eastham connection to Watergate with Jack Clarke on August 20. He was there when the plot was hatched.

There is still space in Jenny Faw's relaxing Sunday morning Watercolor Workshop. No experience needed. Find your inner...
08/13/2026

There is still space in Jenny Faw's relaxing Sunday morning Watercolor Workshop. No experience needed. Find your inner artist. Sign up today.

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25 Schoolhouse Road
Eastham, MA
02642

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+15082550788

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