42º 13’06”N 70º 47’16”W

Visit Scituate in every season for the beauty of the natural coastline, the picturesque harbor, the special glow of a sunrise or sunset on the water…

Historical Society Lecture: Unraveling the Past

Patrick  O'Keeffe's Curious Book was discovered in the archives of the Scituate Historical Society a little more than two years ago. Penned between 1815 and 1855, this tiny volume revealed itself to be a mysterious repository of Irish Heritage.  Exuberantly handwritten in Irish and English, the book includes poetry, folktales, and lore. Join the Scituate...

$15

Explore Stellwagen Marine Sanctuary

Come learn more about this important habitat just off Scituate's coast from  Stellwagen  geographer Mike Thompson.  Mike is a Scituate native who understands and values the natural resources protected in the sanctuary. He works in GIS systems and will share his stories of working offshore.

$15

Full Moon Tower Tour: Cold Moon

Make a reservation and brave the cold and the stairs to climb Lawson Tower. Local historians will inform you about both the Tower and Scituate history. Few the full moon high about Central Park. See website for details and reservation link.

$5

Scituate Historical Society Annual Dinner

Whether you're a longtime member or a new resident interested in the history of Scituate, come to the annual dinner!  Hosted at the Harbor United Methodist Church aa full turkey dinner will be served. Special Guest speaker Don Wilding will discuss stories taken about the history of Cape Cod and sharing anecdotes from his long...

$30

James Webb Space Telescope and Stargazing Party

Join the Scituate Historical Society and NASA Solar System Ambassador MJ Johnson for a presentation about the James Webb Space Telescope. You'll learn why this program is so groundbreaking. If the weather permits, the South Shore Astronomical Society will be available to share views of the heavens with their telescopes.

$15

The USS Salem Lecture by the Greater Boston Paranormal Associates

Using evidential clips and personal accounts, the Greater Boston Paranormal Associate (GBPA) lecturers will take attendees through the ship's history and use that as a sequel into the paranormal aspects of what the group does aboard the USS Salem.

$15

Scituate Townie Trivia Night

So you think you know Scituate?  Join the fun and play for great prizes (and bragging rights!) when local historian and former SHS teacher Mat Brown and educator Will Candler host this exciting evening of trivia.  Questions  test your local knowledge of historical facts, local lore, and newsworthy events every true townie should know! If...

$20

Lawson Tower St. Patrick’s Day Bell Concert

Come join us on the lawn of Lawson Tower as Society Chimer Lenae Badger entertains us throughout the year with Bell Concerts of celebration, inspiration and remembrance. Lenae will play a vast selection of favorites for all ages. Bring a blanket, a snack, lunch or dinner and enjoy these free concerts with family and friends!

Free