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Nature Screen presents “Octopus: Making Contact”

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster presents PBS’ NATURE documentary film Octopus: Making Contact Thursdays, September 14 & 28, 2023, at 11:30am. Octopus intelligence is well documented. They can navigate complex mazes, use tools, learn from each other, solve all kinds of puzzles and may even be able to dream! Octopus behavior...

Fundraising Tag Sale

The CHO 3 River Rd, Orleans

Join us for a community yard sale benefiting The CHO. Discover hidden treasures and unique finds while supporting a great cause. The event will be held at the CHO Meeting House on Main Street at River Road. If you would like to sell your own items at the Tag Sale, reserve a space for $35....

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Voyage Through Our Solar System

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History presents Voyage Through Our Solar System in the Earth & Space Lab Saturdays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2023. Two Sessions: 10:15am or 11:30am. Join us for hands-on STEAM activities designed to engage you in NASA's continuing pursuit of human exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond....

Historic Maps Open House

The CHO 3 River Rd, Orleans

Explore the rich history of our area at the Historic Maps Open House at the CHO Meetinghouse on Main Street at River Road. A $5 donation is recommended to support the CHO’s ongoing community programs.

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Exhibition: Nauset Beach-The Tides That Bind Us

The CHO 3 River Rd, Orleans

About the Exhibit: Since the 1950’s Nauset Beach has become central to residents and visitors alike and our exhibition aims at presenting varied aspects of beach life that have so contributed to the flavor and culture of Orleans. From the early days of surfing, and surf casting to sharks; from the Snack Shack, Philbrick's, and...

Free

Nauset Beach Exhibition

The CHO 3 River Rd, Orleans

Dive into the beauty of Nauset Beach at the Nauset Beach Exhibition! This event is part of the action-packed day of community spirit at The CHO Meetinghouse and grounds (Main Street at River Road) on Saturday, September 30th. A $5 donation is recommended to support the CHO’s ongoing community programs.

Nauset Beach Exhibition

The CHO 3 River Rd, Orleans

Dive into the beauty of Nauset Beach at this special exhibition. This event is part of the action-packed day of community spirit at The CHO Meetinghouse & grounds (Main Street at River Road, Orleans) on Saturday, September 30th.

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Nature Screen presents “Cleopatra’s Lost Tomb”

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster presents PBS’ Secrets of the Dead documentary film Cleopatra’s Lost Tomb Thursdays, October 5 & 19, 2023, at 11:30am. Join Dr. Kathleen Martinez, criminal lawyer turned maverick archaeologist, as she searches for Cleopatra's lost tomb. Very little evidence remains of Egypt's last queen, but Kathleen's radical...

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Walk with Our Archaeologist September/October 2023

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History presents Walk with Our Archaeologist, Dan Zoto, Saturdays, September 23 at 1pm & October 7, 2023 at 11am. Join Archaeologist Dan Zoto for a guided walk of Wing Island, the location of the Wing Island Archaeology Project. Learn about the archaeology of the island and its diverse history...

$15

Artifact I.D. Day with Archaeologist Dan Zoto

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History presents Artifact I.D. Day, during Massachusetts Archaeology Month with archaeologist Dan Zoto, Saturday, October 7, 2023, 1pm-3pm. View artifacts from local excavations with Dan including the Wing Island Archaeology Project, and learn about the archaeology of the area. Visitors are encouraged to bring artifacts for identification. Free with...