Cahoon Museum of American Art

Art Lab
2026-06-20 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Drop in for this all-ages, hands-on art-making experience inspired by current museum exhibitions. Experiment with materials and express yourself with art supplies. A volunteer or staff member will be available to provide light guidance and ensure you have everything you need to enjoy the creative process.
Included with museum admission.
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The Cahoon Maker Space
2026-06-21 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
The Cahoon Makers Space is a creative drop-in studio where visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on art making inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions. With materials provided, you’re invited to experiment, explore new techniques, and bring fresh ideas to life.
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Guided Tour of the Cahoon Museum
2026-06-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-23 11:00 - 12:00 | MA
Offered every Thursday, this guided tour highlights something special about the museum’s historic house and current art exhibitions. A great way to get an insider’s sneak peek during a visit to the museum.
Included with museum admission.
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Summer Open House at the Cahoon Museum
2026-06-27 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
Join us for a festive day at the museum filled with art, family activities, food, free admission, and special celebrations!
From 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, families are invited to enjoy a hands-on family program with creative activities inspired by our exhibitions—perfect for children and caregivers to explore art together.
At 11:00 AM, exhibiting artist Pedro Sanchez de Movellán shares newly installed work on the museum’s grounds and inside. Learn more about the inspiration and engineering behind his kinetic sculptures.
From 1:00–3:00 PM, continue the celebration with an afternoon of receptions and special events. Mingle with artists and fellow art lovers at the reception for Stave & Cane: Nantucket Baskets and Rockwell Kent, A Force of Nature, then help launch the Brush Off Art Auction at its official kick-off and artist reception. Meet participating artists, preview auction works, and enjoy light refreshments as we celebrate creativity in our community.
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The Cahoon Maker Space
2026-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
The Cahoon Makers Space is a creative drop-in studio where visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on art making inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions. With materials provided, you’re invited to experiment, explore new techniques, and bring fresh ideas to life.
Included with museum admission.
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The Cahoon Maker Space
2026-07-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-05 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
The Cahoon Makers Space is a creative drop-in studio where visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on art making inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions. With materials provided, you’re invited to experiment, explore new techniques, and bring fresh ideas to life.
Included with museum admission
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Curator's Tour of Stave & Cane: Nantucket Baskets
2026-07-09 14:00 - 15:00 | MA
Tour the new exhibit Stave and Cane: Nantucket Baskets with co-curators Jack Kaminski and Leeann Ream
$20 per person/free for museum members.
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Great Brush Off Art Auction
2026-07-11 17:00 - 19:00 | MA
Join the museum for the 35th annual Great Brush Off Art Auction Party featuring over 100 works by local artists! The night kicks off with music, food, and incredible art up for auction. The proceeds support the artists and the museum’s educational programming.
$75 per person / $65 per member
$130 per couple / $110 per member couple
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The Cahoon Maker Space
2026-07-12 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
The Cahoon Makers Space is a creative drop-in studio where visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on art making inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions. With materials provided, you’re invited to experiment, explore new techniques, and bring fresh ideas to life.
Included with museum admission.

The Cahoon Maker Space
2026-07-13 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
The Cahoon Makers Space is a creative drop-in studio where visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on art making inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions. With materials provided, you’re invited to experiment, explore new techniques, and bring fresh ideas to life.
Included with museum admission.
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Bracelets and Bubbly: Nantucket Basket Bracelet Workshop
2026-07-24 04:30 - 19:30 | MA
Unwind at the end of the week with a creative twist at our Nantucket Basket Bracelet Sip & Create experience with artist Helaine Buckley! Inspired by the timeless craftsmanship of traditional Nantucket basket weaving, this hands-on workshop guides you through designing and creating your very own Nantucket basket–style bracelet. Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere, where you can sip prosecco, chat with friends, and let your creativity flow. No experience necessary, and all materials are included, so bring yourself and a willingness to have fun. By the end of the evening, you’ll leave with a beautifully handcrafted bracelet, a new skill (and maybe a new hobby!), and a refreshed mind after a fun, creative night out.
$200 per person/$180 per member
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Story Time with Ms. Julie
2026-07-24 10:00 - 11:00 | MA
Join us for a special Story Time for children ages 1–4 and their caregivers in the Cahoon Museum’s gardens, led by Cotuit Library Children’s Librarian Ms. Julie. Enjoy stories celebrating the beauty of the gardens and the whimsical artwork of local sculptor Alfie Glover. After Story Time, children take part in a fun scavenger hunt and create their own garden-inspired masterpiece.
Free
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Guided Tour of the Cahoon Museum
2026-07-30 11:00 - 12:00 | MA
Offered every Thursday, this guided tour highlights something special about the museum’s historic house and current art exhibitions. A great way to get an insider’s sneak peek during a visit to the museum.
Included with museum admission
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Sailors Valentine Pendant Workshop with Helaine Buckley
2026-07-30 13:00 - 16:00 | MA
Celebrate craftsmanship, creativity, and a touch of seaside romance at this Mini Sailors’ Valentine Workshop! In this hands-on class, you’ll design and create your own miniature Sailors Valentine — a beautiful souvenir inspired by the historic shell mosaics once brought home by sailors as tokens of love. Using delicate shells and carefully arranged patterns, you’ll craft a timeless piece that reflects your personal style and could be transformed into wearable art or presented on its own as a treasured keepsake. No experience is necessary, and all materials are included.
$165 per person/$150 per member
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Evening with Nantucket Basket Maker Jack Kaminski: Special Meet and Greet
2026-07-31 16:30 - 17:00 | MA
Members and guests are also invited to an exclusive, intimate meet-and-greet with artist and basket maker Jack Kaminski before his talk at 5:00 pm. Limited to just 15 participants, this small-group experience offers the chance for informal conversation, questions, and a closer look at the artist’s practice in a relaxed setting.
$20 per person/free for patron members
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Evening with Stave & Kane Curator Jack Kaminski
2026-07-31 17:00 - 18:00 | MA
Join us for a special evening celebrating exhibiting artist and co-curator Jack Kaminski and his work in the exhibition Stave and Cane: Nantucket Baskets, beginning with an engaging artist talk followed by a public reception in the galleries. Guests will have the opportunity to hear directly from the artist about his creative process, inspirations, and current work, and to enjoy light refreshments while viewing the exhibition.
$35 per person/$25 per member
*Patron Members: No charge
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Curator's Tour: Rockwell Kent: Force of Nature
2026-08-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States
Join us for a special curator-led tour of this exhibition dedicated to the powerful and poetic work of Rockwell Kent. Visitors will gain insight into the symbolism embedded in his imagery, the influence of his travels, and how his art reflects both solitude and social idealism.
One of America’s most celebrated artists, Rockwell Kent (1882–1971) was a painter, printmaker, illustrator, writer, and adventurer whose dramatic landscapes and seascapes captured the grandeur of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from his travels to remote regions including Alaska, Greenland, and Newfoundland, Kent created bold, iconic images that continue to resonate with audiences today.
$20 per person/free for museum members
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Guided Tour of the Cahoon Museum
2026-08-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States

Nantucket Bracelet Making Workshop with Lynn Barry
2026-08-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States
Join basket maker and exhibiting artist, Lynn Barry, on the steps in creating a bracelet in the Nantucket basket tradition.
All supplies are included. Class size is limited, so sign up today!
$100 per person / $85 per museum member
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Nantucket Basket Bracelet Making Workshop with Lynn Barry
2026-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States

Mermaid Festival at the Cahoon Museum
2026-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States
Meet a live mermaid, make mermaid-inspired crafts, participate in a scavenger hunt and decorate cookies! Take home a mermaid coloring book, with drawings by Cape Cod folk artists Ralph and Martha Cahoon. Don’t miss out on this festival of mermaid mirth. Dressing up not required but highly encouraged.
$17 per adult/$5 per child/free for museum members
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Afternoon with Nantucket Basket Maker Jack Kaminski
2026-08-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States
Join the museum for an intimate artist talk with co-curator and exhibiting artist Jack Kaminski presented in conjunction with Stave and Cane: Nantucket Baskets. In this conversation, Kaminski will reflect on his personal journey as a maker, including how he first encountered the tradition of Nantucket basketry and the mentors and moments that shaped his path. This program offers the opportunity to hear directly from an artist deeply engaged with his medium—an afternoon of reflection, process, and passion that reveals the human story behind the art.
$20 per person/free for museum members
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Nantucket Basket Workshop with Helaine Buckley
2026-08-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States
Friday, August 21, 10am-2pm AND Saturday, August 22, 10am-2pm
Discover the art of Nantucket basketry as you create your own 6½” round Nantucket Lightship lidded bowl. Perfect for beginners and experienced weavers alike, this hands-on workshop offers a rewarding and approachable project rooted in tradition.
Each participant will receive a beautifully crafted cherry wood base, matching solid rim, and fitted lid—complete with your choice of acrylic carved knob for a personalized finishing touch. Using traditional reed staves and natural cane, you’ll learn time-honored weaving techniques as your bowl takes shape.
With all materials and tools provided, all you need to bring is your enthusiasm. Leave with a handcrafted piece that reflects both your creativity and the enduring elegance of Nantucket basketry.
$475 per person/$450 per member
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