Cahoon Museum of American Art

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Cahoon Museum of American Art A unique Cape Cod art museum located on Cape Cod, bringing art and history to life for visitors of all ages!

The Cahoon is a lively, fun, and inspiring place to engage with contemporary art, enjoy family-friendly events, attend open houses, educational programs, and tours and visit a fantastic museum shop - all housed in an 18th century New England home with a modern gallery addition. It is your one-stop place for Cape Cod art and culture.

Take your Gelli printing skills to the next level on Wednesday, November 4th, from 1-4pm with artist Anna Murfin! Explor...
10/21/2026

Take your Gelli printing skills to the next level on Wednesday, November 4th, from 1-4pm with artist Anna Murfin!

Explore advanced techniques, including image transfers and botanical printing, in this hands-on workshop designed for creative experimentation. Discover the secrets to successful image transfers, troubleshoot common challenges, and experiment with paint, paper, and timing to achieve beautiful results.

Use real leaves and plants to create intricate, layered prints filled with texture and depth. Perfect for curious printmakers who love experimenting, embracing happy accidents, and discovering new creative possibilities!

All materials provided.

$65 per person/$55 per museum member. https://tinyurl.com/gellibeyond to register.

Before heading out for an evening of trick-or-treating, spend a festive afternoon at the Cahoon Museum of American Art o...
10/20/2026

Before heading out for an evening of trick-or-treating, spend a festive afternoon at the Cahoon Museum of American Art on Saturday, October 31st, from 1- 3 pm for the Fall Festival. Celebrate the season with hands-on, fall-themed arts and crafts for all ages, sweet treats, and plenty of creative fun throughout the museum.

Explore our exhibitions together, create something special to take home, and enjoy an afternoon of art, imagination, and the fall spirit.

Admission is $17 for adults, $5 for children, and free for museum members.
https://tinyurl.com/Cahoonfallfest26 for tickets.

Through the powerful photography of Julia Cumes and the creative collaboration of Lipe Borges, the remarkable exhibition...
10/19/2026

Through the powerful photography of Julia Cumes and the creative collaboration of Lipe Borges, the remarkable exhibition "Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories from our Global Neighbors" celebrates members of Cape Cod's global community, sharing personal stories of identity, belonging, resilience, and hope.

What makes the project especially compelling is the collaborative process. Participants help shape how they are photographed, choosing details such as clothing, settings, meaningful personal objects, and how they wish to present themselves.

Their accompanying stories come from extensive interviews, allowing visitors to hear directly from the individuals portrayed.

Don't miss this powerful exhibition at the Cahoon Museum of American Art.

The museum is open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-4pm. www.cahoonmuseum.org for tickets and more information.

Read an article about the exhibition from the Enterprise here https://tinyurl.com/invisiblethreadsarticle.

Camila
Photograph by Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges

Join exhibiting artists Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges on November 7th and 8th, from 1- 5pm, for an immersive, hands-on wor...
10/16/2026

Join exhibiting artists Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges on November 7th and 8th, from 1- 5pm, for an immersive, hands-on workshop designed to help photographers build a strong foundation with their DSLR or mirrorless camera.

Participants will explore essential composition principles, learn to use light effectively, and develop an understanding of visual storytelling.

$275 per person/$250 per member. https://tinyurl.com/intentionalphoto to register.

10/15/2026

There is always something happening at the Cahoon Museum of American Art! Plan your visit today at cahoonmuseum.org.

From the imaginative world of Ralph and Martha Cahoon to our thought-provoking exhibitions, the Cahoon Museum of America...
10/15/2026

From the imaginative world of Ralph and Martha Cahoon to our thought-provoking exhibitions, the Cahoon Museum of American Art always offers something new to explore and enjoy.

Experience two remarkable exhibitions, Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors and Ralph Cahoon: Fashioning a Fantasy World, that celebrate creativity, storytelling, and the power of art to connect us.

Discover even more through our engaging programs, creative workshops, and special events that bring art to life for visitors of all ages!

Plan your visit at cahoonmuseum.org.

Hendricks A. Hallett was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts, on July 20, 1847. He studied painting in Antwerp and Paris ...
10/14/2026

Hendricks A. Hallett was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts, on July 20, 1847. He studied painting in Antwerp and Paris before launching his professional career in Boston.

He became known for his marine paintings, especially views of Boston Harbor, the Massachusetts coast, and Mount Desert Island in Maine.

Hallett was a member of the Boston Art Club and the Boston Society of Watercolor Painters. He exhibited widely throughout New England, including at the Boston Art Club starting in 1877. His paintings were noted for their atmospheric qualities, maritime detail, and sensitive treatment of light.

"Ships at Anchor in Boston Harbor" is a wonderful example of a traditional marine painting, featuring an atmospheric sky, beautifully reflected light, and carefully arranged sailing vessels.

What particularly catches the eye is the contrast between the dark sails of the vessel in the foreground and the luminous white sails of the boat on the left. The distant steamship adds another layer of interest, suggesting a period when sailing vessels and steam-powered ships shared the harbor.

See this incredible work now on view at the Cahoon Museum of American Art.

The museum is open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-4pm. www.cahoonmuseum.org for tickets and more information.

Hendricks A. Hallett
Ships at Anchor at Boston Harbor
Oil on canvas
Cahoon Museum of American Art collection

In Topless Swimsuits Forbidden, Ralph shares another delightful romp with his favorite mythical maritime creatures. The ...
10/09/2026

In Topless Swimsuits Forbidden, Ralph shares another delightful romp with his favorite mythical maritime creatures. The mermaids cook fresh fish on the beach as their tails hang out to dry, suggesting the comedic notion that mermaids boast a wardrobe of interchangeable tails and treat them much the same as swimsuits.

See this work as part of the new exhibition, Ralph Cahoon: Fashioning a Fantasy World, now on view at the Cahoon Museum of American Art.

The museum is open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-4pm. www.cahoonmuseum.org for tickets and more information.

Ralph Cahoon
Topless Swimsuits Forbidden, 1965
Oil on Masonite
Cahoon Museum of American Art collection

Have you experienced Invisible Threads yet? It’s the exhibition everyone is talking about at the Cahoon Museum of Americ...
10/07/2026

Have you experienced Invisible Threads yet? It’s the exhibition everyone is talking about at the Cahoon Museum of American Art.

Through striking photography and deeply personal stories, Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors introduces you to members of Cape Cod’s global community and the experiences that have shaped their lives.

Photographer Julia Cumes and visual collaborator Lipe Borges created the exhibition, which explores home, family, identity, resilience, belonging, and hope. It’s beautiful, moving, and an experience that stays with you long after you leave.

The museum is open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-4pm. www.cahoonmuseum.org for tickets and more information.

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4676 Falmouth Road
Cotuit, MA
02635

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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