Date: August 8, 2019 Time: 7:00 pm  to  8:00 pm Presented by Jennifer Weston at the Westport Public Library 408 Old County Road, Westport, MA The Wampanoag Language is one of more than three dozen languages classified as belonging to the Algonquian language family. Through the processes of religious conversion, laws against the use of […]

Date: July 28, 2019 Time: 11:00 am  to  4:00 pm The Westport Historical Society will host its third annual House Tour on Sunday July 28 – a self-guided look at six spectacular private homes located throughout the idyllic SouthCoast town. The gracious owners of the architecturally significant homes in Westport will throw open their doors […]

Date: July 13, 2019 Time: 10:00 am  to  4:00 pm Baby Boomers to Gen Z 10 AM – 4 PM Handy House 202 Hix Bridge Road, Westport Do you remember rotary phones, typewriters and Jiffy Pop? Join us at the Handy House with your grandchildren, younger friends, or family members for a special day of […]

Date: Every Saturday until October 13, 2019 Time: 10:00 am  to  4:00 pm 202 Hix Bridge Road, Westport MA Historic Handy House features architectural and historical displays. Throughout the summer we will celebrate Native American traditional arts and material culture with a special exhibition and events focusing on indigenous cooking, Native dye techniques, quillwork, Wampanoag language […]

Date: June 23, 2019 Time: 10:00 am  to  4:00 pm Handy House 202 Hix Bridge Road, Westport Hand-cut by silhouette artist Marcella Comerford, these lovely portraits make WONDERFUL GIFTS and precious mementos. All work is done free-hand and wiggly little ones are welcome!  You can expect a genuine and individual portrait, with consideration for the […]

Date: May 16, 2019 Time: 6:00 pm  to  7:00 pm At the Dedee Shattuck Gallery, One Partners Lane, Westport MA Join us for the book launch of WHS President Tony Connors’ new publication casting light on the Edward Davoll a respected Westport whaling captain in an industry at its peak in the 1850s. But mid-career, disillusioned […]

Date: April 13, 2019 Time: 10:00 am  to  2:00 pm American Legion Hall, 489 Sanford Road Bring up to 5 photos of people, places, events connected to Westport. They can be old or new, formal or snapshots. Not sure what to bring? We are interested in anything connected to Westport, but especially welcome photos dating […]

Date: March 9, 2019 Time: 2:00 pm  to  3:30 pm 2 PM Saturday March 9, 2019 (Snow date 2 PM Saturday March 16) Westport Public Library, 408 Old County Road, Westport MA The Giffords were among the earliest settlers in Westport and, even today, the name “Gifford” remains a common surname among local residents. Local […]

Date: February 9, 2019 Time: 2:00 pm  to  3:30 pm 2 PM Saturday February 9, 2019 (Snow date 2 PM Saturday February 16) Westport Public Library, 408 Old County Road, Westport MA This program will highlight the importance of colonial land surveying and the historical significance of original stone walls, using the Ellis Brightman Farm, […]

Date: January 12, 2019 Time: 2:00 pm  to  3:30 pm 2 PM Saturday January 12 (Snow date 2 PM Saturday January 19) Westport Public Library, 408 Old County Road, Westport MA Postcard collector David Jones presents a visual walk down old Horseneck Beach, featuring a newly discovered collection of historic photographs by Clarence Williston, music […]