Name: An Afternoon of Calligraphy: Art, Inspiration & Hands-On Creativity
Start: 2026-11-17T16:00:00-05:00
Location: Falmouth Historical Society

Falmouth Historical Society

An Afternoon of Calligraphy: Art, Inspiration &amp; Hands-On Creativity
Discover the beautiful art of calligraphy in this special afternoon program combining an engaging presentation, live demonstration, and hands-on creativity. Join former White House Chief Calligrapher Rick Paulus for an introduction to the art and craft of fine lettering, exploring its techniques, artistry, and enduring appeal.
Drawing inspiration from a selection of beautiful pieces from the Museums on the Green archives, Rick will share examples of historic handwriting and decorative lettering, offering a glimpse into the artistry of the written word. Guests will have the opportunity to watch Rick demonstrate his craft and then try their own hand at calligraphy, experimenting with lettering techniques and creating something of their own to take home.
Whether you are an experienced artist or simply curious to try something new, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore a traditional art form in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
Following the presentation and hands-on activity, enjoy a lovely reception with libations and treats while mingling with fellow guests.
Admission: $40 Non-Members / $30 Museums on the Green Members 
Not a member yet? <a href="https://museumsonthegreen.org/get-involved/membership/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Join Here!</a>
Location: Cultural Center, Museums on the Green
Date &amp; Time: Tuesday, Nov 17th, 4pm

Local Event: An Afternoon of Calligraphy: Art, Inspiration & Hands-On Creativity

Barnstable County

Jamie Gatlin

Providence Metropolitan Area

Falmouth

Massachusetts

An Afternoon of Calligraphy: Art, Inspiration &...

An Afternoon of Calligraphy: Art, Inspiration & Hands-On Creativity
Discover the beautiful art of calligraphy in this special...

An Afternoon of Calligraphy: Art, Inspiration & Hands-On Creativity

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This highly anticipated event showcases over 70 original, one-of-a-kind artworks—each created on a custom 8x8-inch panel across a wide variety of media. Best of all, every single piece is available for just $100, with 100% of the proceeds directly benefiting the Falmouth Art Center. Whether you’re looking to start your own art collection or find the perfect, memorable gift for the upcoming holiday season, these unique and affordable miniature masterpieces won't last long!
Falmouth Art Center, 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth 
Free and open daily: Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat 10am–2pm; Sun 1–4pm 
FalmouthArt.org | 508-540-3304

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A wide variety of shoe themed artwork are on display in the Hermann Gallery this month. From historic references to a shoe fit for Cinderella – there is so much to see.
Falmouth Art Center, 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth 
Free and open daily: Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat 10am–2pm; Sun 1–4pm
Art Credit: Oil, Rainy Day by Wendy Vogel

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West Falmouth Library

WFL’s volunteer-led book club’s November 2026 selection is <a href="https://library.clamsnet.org/GroupedWork/387e23d9-9936-9eee-1927-965ee88ebc45-eng/Home?searchId=43830819&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;searchSource=local&amp;referred=resultIndex" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Correspondent:&nbsp; A Novel</a> by <a href="https://library.clamsnet.org/Author/Home?author=%22Evans%2C%20Virginia%2C%201986-%22" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Virginia Evans</a>.&nbsp;All are welcome to join on Thursday, November 12 at 1:30 p.m. Annual registration is requested to receive important communications about schedule or location changes. Discover the word-of-mouth hit hailed by Ann Patchett as “A cause for celebration”—an intimate novel about the transformative power of the written word and the beauty of slowing down to reconnect with the people we love.
“This novel is a complete and utter joy.”—Ann Napolitano, author of Hello Beautiful
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<h2>Kennedy’s Only Hero</h2>
Thursday, Nov 12th | 4pm
Joel Nelson is a British historian and author whose work focuses on political history and influential figures. He is a former Kennedy Scholar and has served as an assistant editor at Foreign Affairs. He studied at Oxford and Harvard Universities.
His debut book, Kennedy’s Only Hero, highlights the impact of Winston Churchill on John F. Kennedy. The book examines the profound influence Winston Churchill had on John F. Kennedy, detailing how Kennedy’s early admiration for Churchill shaped his political philosophy, campaign strategies, and approach to international relations. The work draws on unpublished archival material to provide new insights into the relationship between these two historical figures.
Although Kennedy’s Only Hero focuses on Churchill’s impact, the Kennedys themselves shared a special connection with Falmouth. JFK and Jacqueline Kennedy often visited The Antiquarian, an antique shop on Palmer Avenue, where they admired a distinctive pink West Falmouth granite stone. Jacqueline later recalled that stone when collaborating with architect John Carl Warnecke on the design of the president’s gravesite and eternal flame at Arlington National Cemetery. The family also maintained close ties with Falmouth interior designer Robert Luddington, who exchanged design sketches and handwritten correspondence with Jackie and Rose Kennedy for many years.
Tickets: $20 Non-Members, $10 Museums on the Green Members
Not a member yet?&nbsp;<a href="https://museumsonthegreen.org/get-involved/membership/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Join Here!</a>

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Welcome to our yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States.
This month, we learn about James K. Polk: Don’t let the haircut fool you – this guy was all business. He was so likely to go unnoticed that his wife requested that “Hail to the Chief” be played whenever he entered an event.
This program will be recorded and is sponsored by the Library Board of Trustees and is in collaboration with Ashland Public Library and a multitude of MA and NH libraries.
To register, <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8417579509947/WN_LMDX0z9MTlePI-nohsRE4Q#/registration" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> or call us at 508-457-2555 x7. Please note that this event is online via Zoom only.
*All illustrations for this series have been created by Heather Rogers and are her property therein.

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For more than 30 years, the Falmouth Forum, presented by the Friends of the MBL, has brought free cultural enrichment to our community. This season will feature captivating speakers that will deliver powerful talks with a wide range of subjects.“Creating Cape Cod: The Evolution of Tourism” - Jennifer Madden, Director of Collections &amp; Exhibitions, Heritage Museums &amp; GardensToday, few topics on Cape Cod are more controversial than tourism. Both a blessing and a curse, tourism simultaneously powers a humming economy and tightens the stranglehold on the region’s limited resources.
But the Cape wasn’t always known as a place people wanted to visit. Between 1860 and 1900, the region experienced a lingering depression as traditional industries faltered and residents moved away. In the 1850s, Henry David Thoreau described the Cape as a “Yankee backwater,” and most everyone agreed. &nbsp; The Cape’s emerging tourist industry began slowly after the Civil War, picked up speed with the advent of the railroad, but didn’t really take off until the widespread adoption of the automobile. Once people could easily travel to and around the Cape, many discovered its seaside charms. Consequently, Cape Cod has been experiencing a tourist boom for more than 100 years now. &nbsp; Jennifer Madden is the Director of Collections &amp; Exhibitions at Heritage Museums &amp; Gardens, where she has worked since 1993. Her duties include organizing the exhibitions presented at Heritage each year and supervising the care and conservation of all objects in the museum’s collection. Since she began her employment with the museum, Ms. Madden has curated over 150 exhibitions and published three exhibit catalogs. She earned a BA in Anthropology with a minor in Museum Studies from Beloit College in Beloit, Wisconsin, and an MA in History Museum Studies from the Cooperstown Graduate Program in Cooperstown, New York.

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