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…

Whispers From the Sea: Tales of Ghost Ships and More

Members of the cast of Scituate Historical Societies Harbor Haunts will recount stories of ghost ships, hauntings and local legends. Stories will be told at 2pm and 3pm. Ghostly Punch will be served! Suggested ages 10 and up. Included with museum admission: Society Members: Free, just show your membership card Children and the military: Free...

$5

Meet Salt – Life Size Inflatable Humpback Whale

Meet Salt: A life size, 43-foot long inflatable humpback whale, courtesy of the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. In conjunction with the Heritage Days Open House on August 3, Stellwagen volunteers will walk you through Salt and offer information on whale biology and behavior. Other museum exhibits, photo spot and interactive displays are available that day....

Waves of History Event

Join this interactive, family event filled with activities to illustrate the rich history of the mossing industry in Scituate. Be a mosser for a day, learn how to repair nets and hunt for sunken treasure.

$5

Scituate Historical Society Open Houses

Join docents from the Scituate Historical Society for informative tours of Scituate's historical sites and museum. Entrance fee for each venue. See full details on the Scituate Historical Society FaceBook page and website.

$5

Scituate Historical Society Presents Meet the Caretakers: Lighthouse and Bates House

Meet Bob Gallagher, Scituate Lighthouse Keeperand Jill West, Bates House resident caretaker. These present-day caretakers share their stories of living in these unique historical homes and you’ll learn about past residents, like Rebecca and Abigail Bates, who called both places home! Admission: Non-members:  $5 Members, Veterans and Under 16: Free

$5