MUSEUM PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS
Dramatically situated at the mouth of Boston Harbor, with breathtaking views of Boston Light and the Graves Lighthouse, the museum is located in the restored 19th century Point Allerton US Lifesaving Station, home of Joshua James and his crews, the most celebrated lifesavers in the world.
LECTURE SERIES
NANTASKET BEACH LECTURE SERIES is co-presented monthly by the Hull Lifesaving Museum, the Friends of Hull Public Library, and the Nantasket Beach Resort.
AUTHOR TALKS AT THE HULL LIFESAVING MUSEUM By popular demand, we are bringing back the much-loved opportunity to get together at the museum to talk books.
Hull Village Architecture Walking Tour
with Bob Pahl
Saturday, October 15, 2022
10am - 12:00 noon
St. Nicholas Parking Lot, 128 Spring St., Hull, MA Learn more.
Hull Village Architecture Walking Tour
Hull: A Community's Journey of Diversity ~ Panel Discussion
with Chad Wolfe
Thursday, October 20, 2022
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Nantasket Beach Resort, 45 Hull Shore Drive, Hull, MA Learn more.
Hull: A Community's Journey of Diversity ~ Panel Discussion
Early Families of Hull and Other Genealogical Connections
with Chris Childs
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Nantasket Beach Resort, 45 Hull Shore Drive, Hull, MA Learn more.
Early Families of Hull and Other Genealogical Connections
Clash of Cultures: The Pilgrims and the People of the First Light
with Sean Baggett
Saturday, November 26, 2022
10am - 12:00 noon
Y Street Parking Lot, Hull, MA Learn more.
Clash of Cultures: The Pilgrims and the People of the First Light
History of Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association
with Beth Casoni
Thursday, December 1, 2022
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Nantasket Beach Resort, 45 Hull Shore Drive, Hull, MA Learn more.
History of Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association
Hull at the Crossroads: From Summer Playground to the Next Big Thing with Chris Haraden
Thursday, December 8, 2022
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Nantasket Beach Resort, 45 Hull Shore Drive, Hull, MA Learn more.
Hull at the Crossroads: From Summer Playground to the Next Big Thing with Chris Haraden
Maritime History Tour of Hull Village
October 3, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Donation $15.00
Maritime History Tour of Hull VillageHull is steeped in maritime history from the ships that first plied the waters of Massachusetts Bay to the lifesavers who rescued the mariners when they got into trouble to our famous lighthouses guiding ships to safety and much more. Tour leader, Sean Baggett, HLM Board Member and Hull Village resident is also an accomplished photographer and will look for photo opportunities along the way, so bring a camera.
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Architecture of Hull Village
October 10, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Donation $15.00
Architecture of Hull VillageHull Village is one of the oldest communities on the South Shore and, throughout its settled history, beautiful homes have been designed and built. Many of these stately homes are now off the beaten path as the main roads were built for expediency, by-passing these gems. Our tour leader is Chad Wolfe, HLM Board Member and lifelong Hull resident.
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Geology Walking Tour - How Hull Geology Impacted History, from the early native peoples to present day.
October 24, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Donation: $15.00
Geology Walking Tour - How Hull Geology Impacted History, from the early native peoples to present day.The land masses and waterways of Boston Harbor and the Hull peninsula shaped the use of the land from early hunting, fishing and farming to harbor defenses, summer vacation oasis and more. Join Sean Baggett for this fascinating look at Hull, like you may never have looked at it before.
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Walking Tour of Hull Village & Fort Revere
November 28, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Donation: $15.00
Walking Tour of Hull Village & Fort RevereJoin guide Sean Baggett as he leads a walking tour starting at the museum and proceeding through picturesque Hull Village and historic Fort Revere. Space is limited for this popular tour so secure your reservations early: tickets go on sale September 29, 2020.
Point Allerton US Lifesaving Station Interactive Tours
Point Allerton US Lifesaving Station Interactive ToursPoint Allerton U.S. Lifesaving Station, constructed in 1889, was home to Captain Joshua James and his crew, America's greatest lifesavers, renowned for saving hundreds of shipwrecked mariners from peril in Boston Harbor. The tour begins with a brief history of organized lifesaving, emphasizing the contributions of volunteer lifesavers, continues onto the Galley where children learn about daily life at the station, then, onto the Boat Room to see the treasure of the museum collection - the storied surfboat Nantasket. Learn more.
The Breeches Buoy
The Breeches BuoyThe Breeches Buoy rescue allowed lifesaving crews to carry shipwreck survivors safely to shore. A line firing gun sent a lifeline to the wrecked ship. Through this ingenious system lifesaving crews were able to send the breeches buoy to the ship. On shore, the lifesavers worked as a crew to haul the "whip line," pulling the breeches buoy along the hawser, and the survivors, one by one, over the water to safety. Children's groups can participate in breeches buoy reenactments from May through September with children playing the roles of lifesaving crew and shipwreck survivors. Learn more.
CURRENT WORKSHOPS & courses
Friday Painters in Hull~ An Informal En Plein Air Painting Group
Friday Mornings 9:00 - 12:00 noon
Free to all.
Welcome to another season of Friday Painters in Hull. In conjunction with Hull Artists and the Hull Lifesaving Museum. We post a variety of painting locations that encourage artists to enjoy Hull's natural beauty and diverse landscapes. Mixed in the locations are seaside, historic locations, vistas and private gardens. It is organized so that we can take advantage of the morning light and finished in time not to get the afternoon burn. Open and free to all, any level or ability. There are no instructions given, just bring your supplies and enjoy. A chair, hat and water bottle are recommended. For information on weekly painting locations, please follow the Friday Painters in Hull on Facebook.
Lifesaving Sangha ~ When Things Fall Apart
HLM Mindfulness Meditation Group
Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
$35 per person
Register
Led by Sean Baggett, this Fall we will be exploring Jon Kabat-Zinn's timeless classic: Wherever You Go, There You Are. This beautiful book builds on the practices first introduced by ancient teachers; it will show us how to cultivate understanding, acceptance, forgiveness and finally peace to our lives.
All are welcome. Learn more.
Sean is a mindfulness practitioner and a student of Buddhist philosophy. He has taught similar courses at the Plymouth County Correctional Facility and The Anchor of Hull. Sean's classes are easy going, informal and welcoming.
Online Book Club with Mike McGurl
Thursday Evenings: 7-8:00 pm
Free to all.
Sea Wolf by Jack London is a classic story of a battle of character, one of the most thrilling and dramatic love stories of the sea ever written.
This book club is intended to be a low-intensity fun activity. If you fall behind in the reading or miss a session, jump back in when you can...no pressure.
To participate, simply send us an email and we will send you an invitation before the first meeting. mike@hulllifesavingmuseum.org.
1st Friday Veterans' Coffee Hour
1st Friday of Each Month
9:00 am
Free to all
Military veterans are invited to the museum the first Friday of every month for an hour of coffee and conversation in the Boat Room. Each session has a special focus and provides attendees with a community calendar of events, free activities and updates on services for Veterans. For information please call (781) 925-5433 or email info@hulllifesavingmuseum.org.
Hull Lifesaving Museum | P.O. Box 221, 1117 Nantasket Avenue, Hull, MA 02045 | (781) 925-5433
