Special events

"Back to the Lighthouse" 

Artwork & Broadsides by Falmouth High School Art & Literature Students

We're delighted to announce an upcoming Reception and Art Exhibit

with over 60 unique pieces displayed in the Keeper's House of Nobska Light. 

Reception:   Thursday, March 27

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Please register below for the reception.

Exhibition Viewing:  Tuesdays 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

And by appointment*

Contact info@friendsofnobska.org for appointments.

Location: 

 Nobska Lighthouse 

233 Nobska Road

Woods Hole, MA

  Reception and exhibit are free and open to the public.  

In the fall of 2024, Students in the AP Art, AP Literature and Advanced Studio Art Classes at Falmouth High School were asked to “un-cliché” the Cape Cod Lighthouse. 

They researched the 26+ lighthouses on Cape Cod and the related topics of shipwrecks, Henry David Thoreau and Mooncussers; taking notes in their sketchbooks and journals on these topics. 

We then traveled to three specific lighthouses in two field trips – one down-Cape to Highland and Race Point Lights and another trip to Nobska Light. Students were able to go up into the lantern room of these three structures and tour the grounds and surroundings of each. 

At each location they were asked to sketch, photograph and note their reactions to their experiences in their sketchbooks. When they returned from this trip each student spent the following weeks completing artwork and writings in response to their time exploring these lighthouses. This show represents the visual and written culmination of their shared field trip experiences.

Jane Baker, FHS Studio Art Teacher & Lauren Kenny, FHS English Teacher

This project was funded by the Falmouth Education Foundation.

Email questions to:   info@friendsofnobska.org 

Wednesday, April 2

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Last Tour @ 1:15PM)

Nobska Lighthouse 

233 Nobska Road

Woods Hole, MA

Tickets:  $10

Children must be 45" or taller.  

 Announcing a special offering of tower tours and storytelling commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The story of John Slocum’s young son (Oliver or William)—a boy of about ten years old—undertaking a perilous night journey to warn the town of Falmouth is one of extraordinary courage and determination. This act, carried out in the tense and dangerous days of early April 1779, proved pivotal in saving the town from destruction during the Revolutionary War. 

 Advance ticket purchase is highly encouraged. Tours are limited to 6 per tour, run every 15 minutes, and estimated duration is 45 minutes. Walk-ins welcome pending availability.  Credit cards only.

Email questions to:  info@friendsofnobska.org.

Saturday, April 5, 2025

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Nobska Lighthouse, 233 Nobska Road, Woods Hole, MA

No registration required.

Are you passionate about lighthouses or have a special connection to Nobksa Light?  

Come join us and learn about the different roles in support of the Friends of Nobska Light. 

Email questions:  volunteer@friendsofnobska.org

Thursday, February 13, 2025

4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

The Main Street Gallery, 189 Main Street, Falmouth, MA

Space is Limited - Tickets $30 Per Person

A private ticketed event.  Tickets are not available at the door.

Sponsored by the Martha's Vineyard Charitable Foundation

Come join us at the Main Street Gallery - Fine Arts for a delightful evening filled with music, beautiful art, delectable hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to indulge your senses and support the Friends of Nobska Light.

You might even find the perfect Valentine's gift at our silent auction. Artwork by Julia O’Malley-Keyes, Gilded Oyster Jewelry, a personalized brick installed at Nobska Light, a private tour of Nobska and more!

Don't miss out on this unique experience - mark your calendar and join us for a night of artistic inspiration!

Email questions to:   outreach@friendsofnobska.org 

Friday, December 6, 2024

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Nobska Lighthouse Holiday Open House

Sponsored by:  Friends of Nobska Light, Inc.

Trolley Service Courtesy of CCRTA

Trolley STOP @ MBL's Candle House, 127 Water Street, Woods Hole Village

Take the trolley from MBL's Candle House @ 127 Water Street in Woods Hole Village to Nobska Point to have your picture taken with Mrs. Claus and enjoy holiday music by The Brass Ring ensemble.  Warm up inside the renovated Keepers House, enjoy cocoa and cookies provided by  Coffee Obsession, color a portrait of Nobska created by local artist Karen Rinaldo, Gallery on Main, and see inside the lighthouse tower at night! 

*Please note, there will be limited to no public parking at Nobska Lighthouse.  Trolly service is encouraged.

 **ADA accessibility accommodations may be made by reserving ahead: email outreach@friendsofnobska.org 

Monday, November 11, 2024

2:30 PM – 4:30 PM, Last Tour @ 3:45 PM

Please note, children must be 45" or taller for tower tours.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EST

 You're invited to attend SweetART for Nobska! An evening at the Jim Fox Main Street Gallery & Real Estate to support the Friends of Nobska Light. Come and enjoy the hors-d'oeuvres, and a toast to Nobska, the Fine Art Gallery, and the Live music by the Paul Ross Trio. There will be an opportunity to purchase a Granite Brick to support The Friends of Nobska Light, which enters you to win a "Behind the Scenes" tour of the Lighthouse and Keeper's House, site of the future Maritime Museum. *The purchase of one ticket entitles you to an RSVP for up to two people.* Every attendee will receive a chocolate gift donated by Ghelfi's Candies of Cape Cod.

Wed, August 7, 2024

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Last Tour @ 5:15 PM

 You're invited to celebrate National Lighthouse Day at Nobska! An evening of fun filled family activities:

 Tours to the top of the Tower, Ice Cream Truck, Children's Activities along with a visit to our Gift Shop.  

 Wed, August 31, 2022 

 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT 

 Please join the Friends of Nobska Light at Shipwrecked for a night of fundraising! Come and enjoy Shipwrecked's outdoor patio, private cash bar, appetizer platters provided, and Silent Auction! Tickets sold at $45.00 per person. 

Sun, August 7, 2022

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT

 On Sunday 8/7 the Friends of Nobska Light encourage you to visit the public grounds and
celebrate the history and heritage of Nobska Light. 

$45 pp

Complimentary glass of wine & keepsake wine glass 

Live music until 7pm 

Signature Cocktail 

Capt. Pete’s Pinot Grigio  

Cash Bar ~ Food Truck ~ Silent Auction 

Photo-op with the recently-unveiled lighthouse sand sculpture!