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Museum Gala at the Captain Linnell House
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History Gala at the Captain Linnell House
Featured speaker William Martin, author of the historical novel Cape
Cod
Thursday, November 13 6 pm $125 (100 tickets First Come, First Served)
Proprietors Shelly and Bill Conway are welcoming the CCMNH
community to a gala evening at the Captain Linnell House in Orleans. Our
featured speaker will be William Martin, author of the historical novel Cape
Cod, set on our very own backyard. His other works include The Lost
Constitution, Harvard Yard, Annapolis, Citizen Washington, The Rising of the
Moon, Nerve Endings and Back Bay.
We are grateful to the Conways for making this special evening possible and hope that you will plan to join us November 13!
RSVP by Friday, November 7: 508.896.3867
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"A Sense of Place: The Works of Beston, Hay, and Finch"
At the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
May 30 through December 20, 2008
Henry David Thoreau, "that inland dweller," as naturalist and author Robert Finch calls him in his work, A Place Apart, "once observed that the seashore was 'a most advantageous point from which to view the world.'" Indeed, Cape Cod's fertile literary environment, Finch notes, "seems to have borne him out."
Over the past 400 years the Cape's landscape and its people have probably inspired more memorable writing than any other nonurban area of comparable size," writes Finch. It is, of course, not primarily the amount of writing about this place, but the extraordinary quality and wide appeal of so much of it that is remarkable."
With Thoreau the guiding light in his 1865 masterpiece, Cape Cod, three singular nature writers emerged over time, inspired by the master in remarkable ways--Henry Beston, John Hay and Finch himself. Their writings about the Cape have sustained an incomparable sense of place and have moved generations to walk in the peninsula's fragile splendor and preserve its uncommon beauty.
This month at the start of a stunning, year-long exhibit, The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History off Route 6A in Brewster celebrates the contributions of Beston, Hay and Finch, whose collective writings are unequaled in the annals of nature writing. To fully grasp Cape Cod's mysteries, one must drink in the words and lyrical eloquence that tenders this narrow land its sense of place.
-- Greg O'Brien
June 7 and 8 weekend events
Come Paint the Landscape! A Workshop with Karen North Wells June 7 and 8, 2008 On the
weekend of Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 from 9:30 AM-3:30 PM the Cape
Cod Museum of Natural History will present Come Paint the Landscape!, a two-day workshop with noted
Brewster artist Karen North Wells. The
cost is $100/non-member, $85/museum member. Limited to 12 participants. Registration
is required and must be confirmed with the museum office staff at 508-896-3867,
Ext. 133 Tuesday-Friday. "Oldies but Goodies" Book Sale
This special sale will include marvelous contributions from members, a superb collection of recent gardening books AND a huge pile of “Oldies But Still Goodies” from the Clarence Hay Library.
This
water-media workshop will be primarily indoors for adults with all levels of
expertise. Students may use photographs they have taken or photographs they
take on the many scenic trails around the museum. On-site cameras available.
Painting may be done en plein air or indoors, where painting demonstrations by
Ms. Wells will be given. Students are responsible for their own supplies
in watercolor, acrylic and/or water-base oils. A supply list will be
given upon registering for the class. Group critique will be given at the end
of the second day.
For
further information, please contact the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History: 508-896-3867,
Ext. 133.
SILVARD in Concert
On Sunday, May 18 at 4:00 pm the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History will present a special spring benefit for the Museum-- Silvard in Concert to be held at the Brewster Ladies Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA.
Admission is $15. Prepaid reservations are highly recommended and must be confirmed with the Museum office staff at 508-896-3867, Ext. 133.
An
international performing pianist and composer, Silvard will play his original
compositions, classical pieces, Top 40 and Broadway melodies. Dr. Silvard Kool
has a signature style on the piano -- a blend of new age and easy
listening. His love of the ocean is deeply reflected in his music as well
as in his research as a professor of marine biology at Boston College.
Silvard has produced numerous CDs and cassettes featuring his creative “Freeflow” process, including Postcard from Cape Cod and Touched by the Sea, that will be on sale at this benefit.
Silvard’s appearance on Cape Cod offers residents and visitors an unusual opportunity to enjoy the extraordinary music of an artist and scientist inspired by the ocean environment we treasure.
For further information, please contact the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 508.896.3867, Ext. 133.
Visit Silvard's website here.
Wednesday Walks with Connie Boyce in May and June 2008
Wednesday Walks with Connie Boyce
One of the seven walks with Connie Boyce will be the beautiful Falmouth Shining Sea Trail and the Sphor Gardens which are abloom with daffodils.
May and June, 2008
Time: 10 am-12 noon
Approximate length of walks: 3-4 miles
$4/M; $6/NM $1.00 extra for van trip
May Walks
May 7 Long Pasture, Cummaquid
Lv CCMNH 9:30 am
May 14 Brier Patch, Sandwich
Leave CCMNH 9:10 am
Van Trip
May 21 Dennis Pond, Yarmouthport
Leave CCMNH 9:30 am
May 28 Mashpee River, Mashpee (on right)
Leave CCMNH 9:10 am
Van Trip
June Walks
June 4 Bell's Neck Conservation Area, Harwich
Leave CCMNH 9:30 am
June 11 Shining Sea Trail/Sphor Gardens,
Falmouth
Leave CCMNH 9 am Van Trip
June 18 Crowes Pasture, Dennis
Leave CCMNH 9:40 am
For further information, please contact the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 508.896.3867, Ext. 129.
Two FREE March Weekends
FREE ADMISSION - two March weekends at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History when accompanied by a child!
Not a member yet? No problem! Explore the wonders of the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History FREE on the weekends of March 15/16 and March 29/30 from 12 noon-4:00 pm when accompanied by a child.
This is a great opportunity to see "Our Shared World" - a Special Exhibit in collaboration with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW).
When was the last time you looked into the eyes of a baby bear or came face to face with an elephant? Presented by the International Fund for Animal Welfare, Our Shared World is an expansive photographic installation showcasing award-winning images of animals, people and our shared environment.
IFAW works from World Headquarters on Cape Cod and offices in 16 countries to protect animals and habitats around the globe. IFAW focuses on practical solutions to animal welfare and conservation challenges that benefit both animals and people.
Upcoming Museum Events
Eyes on Owls -- November 24, 2007
On Saturday, November 24 at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM naturalist Marcia Wilson will present her very popular Eyes on Owls live animal program at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Route 6A, Brewster. Members: $8/adult, $4/child. Non-members: $10/adult, $5/child. No age minimum.
Prepaid reservations are required and must be confirmed with the Museum office staff at 508-896-3867, Ext. 133.
SILVARD in Concert Benefit for CCMNH at Brewster Ladies Library December 16, 2007
On Sunday, December 16 at 2:00 pm at the Brewster Ladies Library the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History will present a special holiday benefit for the museum’s winter exhibit -- Silvard in Concert. Admission is $15. An international performing pianist and composer, Silvard will play his original compositions, classical pieces, Top 40 and Broadway melodies. Dr. Silvard Kool has a signature style on the piano -- a blend of new age and easy listening. His love of the ocean is deeply reflected in his music as well as in his research as a professor of marine biology at Boston College.
Silvard has produced numerous CDs and cassettes featuring his creative “Freeflow” process, including Postcard from Cape Cod and Touched by the Sea, that will be on sale at this benefit.
Silvard’s appearance on Cape Cod offers residents and visitors an unusual opportunity to enjoy the extraordinary music of an artist and scientist inspired by the ocean environment we treasure.
Prepaid reservations are required and must be confirmed with the Museum office staff at 508-896-3867, Ext. 133.
Eyes on Owls
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
Presents
Eyes on Owls
Saturday, November 24 at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
On Saturday, November 24 at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM naturalist Marcia Wilson will present her very popular Eyes on Owls live animal program at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Route 6A, Brewster.
Members: $8/adult, $4/child.
Non-members: $10/adult, $5/child.
No age minimum.
Reservations are required and must be purchased in advance with confirmation by the museum office staff (Tel: 508.896.3867, Ext. 133) Tuesday-Sunday 12 Noon-4 PM.
A great hit with museum visitors of all ages, Eyes on Owls features several varieties of live owls as well as color slides by Marcia's husband, wildlife photographer Mark Wilson. Marcia has over thirty years experience in biology, field ornithology, and environmental education, and is licensed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to keep owls. Her live owls were rescued after being injured and have permanent limitations that prevent them from surviving in the wild.
Most of us have heard or perhaps had a glimpse of an owl, but how many of us have met this magnificent live raptor up close and personal? Children from the audience will be invited to participate in hooting lessons one-on-one with an owl! We'll learn how owls are able to fly silently, why they rank as supreme hunters, which ones eat skunks, and how people can protect owl habitats.
Eyes on Owls is a special once-a-year program not to be missed. Call 508.896.3867, Ext. 133 soon... reservations fill quickly.
For further information about the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History call 508.896.3867, Ext. 129
A Honey of a Time
A HONEY OF A TIME
AT THE CAPE COD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History will celebrate its second annual Honey Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 13 from 3-5 PM. Admission for adults is $7.00 ($5.00 for Museum members), $2.00 for children.
The Museum's own honey will be for sale and recipes using honey will be available. Refreshments will be served, including mead, wine, a non-alcoholic punch, and, of course, home made bread and honey.
Our resident apiculturist George Muhlebach will explain the process of extracting honey from the hive, as well as present a brief history of the bee program at CCMNH. He will also speak on the recent phenomenon of Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD).
Thanks to George and his intrepid assistants, the bee project got underway in Spring 2006. The Museum now has both an indoor glass-enclosed observation hive and three outdoor hives in a quiet location a short walk from the south parking lot.
For further information, please contact the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 508.896.3867, Ext. 129.
Field Biology: Exploring the Edges
Field Biology: Exploring the Edges
October 4-30, 2007
Beginning Thursday, October 4 the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History will present "Field Biology: Exploring the Edges" taught by Senior Museum Aquarist Doug Smith.
Doug will introduce students to the extraordinary animal and plant life along the water’s edge through discussions, field walks and laboratory experiences emphasizing pond and ocean ecology.
This course for adults will meet twice a week, Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-3:00 PM at the Museum.
Cost: $90/Museum members and $100/non-members.
There is limited enrollment so please register soon.
Registration is required by phone and must be confirmed with the Museum front office staff at 508.896.3867, Ext. 133 - Tuesday-Friday.
For further information, please contact the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 508.896.3867, Ext. 133.
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